All of the latest news and updates from Genetic Alliance UK can be found below. This includes the release of our latest reports and findings, as well as pieces that our member organisations have requested that we share.
We also share stories, images and experiences from those living with genetic, rare and undiagnosed conditions. Individuals affected by these conditions are at the heart of everything that we do and we want to champion these communities by amplifying their voices, individually and collectively.
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Today, Prime Minister Keir Starmer, announced that NHS England will be reintegrated into the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC). This decision is aimed at improving service delivery. Read the full press release from the DHSC.
Genetic Alliance UK's Chair Elizabeth (Liz) Porterfeld has been awarded a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for services to people with rare diseases in the King's Birthday Honours List on Saturday 15 June, 2024.
Stuart has ocular myasthenia gravis. He shares how the diagnosis has affected his life. Learn more about myasthenia and how you can get involved in Myasthenia Awareness Month in June 2024, by visiting Genetic Alliance UK member, MyAware's website.
Lois has myasthenia gravis. Read her story below and learn more about the condition and how to get involved in Myasthenia Awareness month in June 2024, by visiting Genetic Alliance UK member, MyAware's website.
Gem has had many diagnoses over the years, and has had to adjust to what a ‘successful’ day looks like for her.
Neal's journey started in 2012, and led to a diagnosis of Complex Regional Pain Syndrome and Bone Marrow Oedema. Through his journey he has found ways to make his life easier, including being prepared to meet healthcare professionals who have never heard of the condition.
Karen has Pregnancy Associated Osteoporosis. The condition has forced a difficult, limited and restricted life which has been made harder with the lack of well coordinated care. This is her story.
Charlotte loves the outdoors and being active by running and walking, which she does even whilst living with, Osteogenesis Imperfecta, more commonly known as Brittle Bone Disease. This is her story of how it doesn't stop her doing the things she loves.
Congenital Muscular Dystrophy (CMD) affected individuals, Kelly and Avery are making their voices heard. Together they hope to tackle misconceptions surrounding disability and give a loud voice to the, often forgotten, rare community.
During his newborn hearing tests, Rory didn't respond. After consenting to look into the cause of the hearing loss, Rory and his family went through years of tests and challenges, along with a rollercoaster of emotions before receiving the diagnosis of a rare genetic disorder called wolfram syndrome. This is Rory's story.
