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 […]
On May 7, 2023 the cystinosis community will come together in honor of Cystinosis Awareness Day (CAD). Now in it's sixth year, CAD is a global effort to raise funds and educate the general population about this disease. This year's campaign will include testimonials from cystinosis warriors, caregivers/family members and international cystinosis organizations. In addition, […]
CRN's Adult Leadership Advisory Board will host a Q&A with Levi Peterson and Samantha Saver of Patients Rising. Tap into their experience navigating health insurance during this live session. Register to join the Zoom call on February 22 @ 7pm ET using this link.
The Adult Leadership Advisory Board introduces the topic of Family Planning with Cystinosis to their monthly meetup series. Are you an adult with cystinosis thinking about having a family? Not sure if you want to adopt or pursue a traditional birth? Join the Zoom conversation to hear from adults with cystinosis who can help […]
See you in Cincinnati, Ohio! On May 4th, we are gathering for an in-person meet-up at the Cincinnati Marriott River Center. Join us for a day of connection, education, and celebration commemorating the 7th Annual Cystinosis Awareness Day. Registration is required and is now closed. Please contact Chelsea with questions at chelseam@cystinosis.org. Draft Agenda 8:30a […]
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Join the Adult Leadership Advisory Board to discuss the importance of mental wellness. Special guests include AJ Altman (Music Therapist) and Amanda Harmon (PhD college professor). For the Zoom link, please register for free using this link. Event is May 19 at 7p ET. We hope to see you […]
The CRN is hosting an in-person event for healthcare professionals. Join us May 31, 2024 at The New York Academy of Medicine. Healthcare providers with a desire to learn more about comprehensive care in rare disease are encouraged to attend. Registration includes meals, refreshments and cocktail hour. See the draft agenda and register below to […]
For Disability Pride Month, the Adult Leadership Advisory Board is hosting a Zoom call to discuss living with cystinosis and disability. Their special guest is Hannah Creel, a cystinosis warrior, advocate and rare disease ally. Registration is free to attend the event on July 29 at 3pm ET/2pm CT.
We’re keeping it simple with no agenda, no pressure. This call is open to everyone living with and impacted by cystinosis. It is a chance to connect, ask questions, and […]