Written by Laura Mullen on February 23, 2021
Washington, DC, February 23, 2021 — Today the National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD®) announced this year’s Rare Impact Award honorees. These outstanding individuals, organizations and industry innovators will be honored for their exceptional work benefiting the rare disease community in a virtual event streaming on June 28, 2021 at… Read More
Written by Laura Mullen on October 9, 2020

Washington, DC, October 9, 2020—On October 8 and 9, the National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD®) virtually hosted the 2020 Rare Diseases and Orphan Products Breakthrough Summit, the first time the organization representing over 25 million Americans impacted… Read More
Written by Laura Mullen on June 11, 2020

We are at a pivotal time in rare disease, one that requires new approaches and fresh perspectives in order to achieve real progress. Given the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on clinical trials, drug development, and pharmaceutical innovation, connecting stakeholders and advancing meaningful dialogue is now more critical than ever… Read More
Written by Valaree DonFrancesco on April 23, 2020
The current COVID-19 pandemic necessitates a new approach to many aspects of life—particularly those that involve gathering together. The health and well-being of people living with rare diseases, their loved ones and those working to improve their lives are always top priorities at NORD.
With that in mind, we have made… Read More
Written by Valaree DonFrancesco on March 16, 2020

The health and safety of the rare disease community is always our top priority at NORD. With that in mind, the Living Rare, Living Stronger NORD Patient and Family Forum will no longer be held on May 14 -16.
We know… Read More