February 28th marks the 12th annual Rare Disease Day (RDD). Observed on the rarest day of the year, the global event campaigns for equity for the over 7,000 rare diseases currently identified. Among those rare diseases is cystinosis. Cystinosis is a genetic, lysosomal storage disorder where unusual cystine accumulation occurs in every cell in the […]
February 28, 2023 is Rare Disease Day. A movement created by Eurordis, Rare Disease Day unites an international community and promotes progress for all those affected. Rare Disease Day raises awareness for the 300 million people living with rare disease around the world and their families and carers; including our 2,000 cystinosis warriors. Here are […]
By taking part in Rare Disease Day you help provide a greater understanding and acceptance of cystinosis and living with a rare disease. You may even find speaking out about cystinosis empowering. Either way, we thank you for being a part of our community and considering taking part in this important day. Here are a […]