The COVID-19 pandemic has caused great fears around drug shortages, the demand for personal protective equipment (PPE) and the status of clinical trial research for rare diseases. On September 16, NORD heard from… Read More
Washington, DC, 10/1/2020 — Today, the National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD®) opened registration for a natural history study on metachromatic leukodystrophy (MLD), a lethal rare disease currently without an FDA–approved treatment. NORD’s Natural
NORD, KrabbeConnect and Partners for Krabbe Research invite you to register for an externally-led Patient-Focused Drug Development (EL-PFDD) virtual meeting on Krabbe disease, taking place Thursday, October 29, 12:30-4:30pm ET. Patients and caregivers impacted by Krabbe disease who are interested in participating at… Read More
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NORD is featured as a rare disease resource and Dr. Marshall Summar, Chairman of NORD’s Board of Directors, is quoted extensively in an article published by US News and World Report that provides information and advice for parents dealing with a recent rare disease diagnosis for their child.
https://health.usnews.com/conditions/articles/when-your-child-has-a-rare-disease
On Friday, November 1, 2019, the White House announced the nomination of Dr. Stephen Hahn, MD, as the next US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) commissioner. In response, the National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) offers support to the appointment of Dr. Hahn as the next FDA commissioner.
Dr. Hahn will… Read More
