Written by Valaree DonFrancesco on March 19, 2019
In recent years, NORD has provided Patient Assistance Programs to assist the Chronic Granulomatous Disease (CGD), Cystinosis and Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD) communities. As of Monday, March 18, we are delighted to announce an expansion to the support we are able to provide to these communities. See… Read More
Written by Jennifer Huron on May 7, 2018
2018 is a big year for the rare disease community – NORD is celebrating its 35th anniversary. For the past 35 years, NORD has taken pride in being the rare disease community’s biggest advocate. Our policy, research and other efforts have played a significant role over the years, advocating for… Read More
Written by Jennifer Huron on September 8, 2015
The Cystinosis Research Network (CRN), a 501(c)(3) charitable organization and NORD member, created the first-ever “Dream, Achieve, Inspire” art exhibit prepared entirely by patients with cystinosis, a rare, genetic-metabolic disease. Paintings, poems, sculptures, dance, and photography from 107 individuals with cystinosis covering 30 countries came… Read More