What are the European Reference Networks (ERNs) and why it is important that the pulmonary hypertension community participate in its work

The European Reference Networks (ERNs) are virtual networks involving healthcare providers across Europe. They aim to facilitate discussion on complex on rare diseases and conditions that require highly specialised treatment, and concentrated knowledge and resources. The first ERNs were launched in 2017, involving more than 900 highly-specialised healthcare units from over 300 hospitals in 26 […]

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Patient group trainings at Beacon, a UK-based non-profit organisation for rare diseases

Beacon is a UK-based non-profit organisation that is building a united rare disease community with patient groups at its heart. Their patient group trainings aim to help these often small and voluntary organisations to form, grow, and professionalise. Their events and trainings also give patient groups the opportunity to connect and collaborate with others across

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First-ever UN Resolution addresses the challenges of the 300 Million Persons Living with a Rare Disease

On December 16, 2021 the UN General Assembly formally adopted Resolution A/RES/76/132 recognising the over 300 million Persons Living with a Rare Disease (PLWRD) worldwide and their families. The Resolution focuses on the importance of non-discrimination and advances key pillars of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including access to education and decent work, reducing

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