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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210426
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210427
DTSTAMP:20260403T185731
CREATED:20210416T093905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210416T093905Z
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SUMMARY:COVID-19 from a Paediatric Perspective: an online BPSU-PHE symposia series
DESCRIPTION:The British Paediatric Surveillance Unit in collaboration with Public Health England will be hosting a symposia series exploring how COVID-19 has impacted on the paediatric service and children and young people.\nThe aim of the symposia series is to consider the impacts of COVID-19 on children and paediatric services. Attendees will be informed on current research being undertaken in this area\, discuss how such research is informing treatment and to explore the extent to which the pandemic is affecting children. \nThe series takes place over two days.
URL:https://www.m4rd.org/event/covid-19-from-a-paediatric-perspective-an-online-bpsu-phe-symposia-series/
LOCATION:Cheshire
CATEGORIES:BPSU,COVID-19,Public health,Research,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="BPSU":MAILTO:enquiries@rcpch.ac.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210421T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210421T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185731
CREATED:20210416T095021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210416T095359Z
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SUMMARY:Ensuring inclusive communications around genetics
DESCRIPTION:Genetics is complex\, and talk of genetics\, and even science\, can turn many people off from engaging with clinicians or self-management of their conditions.\nFindacure is teaming up with charity Breaking Down Barriers to deliver an informative webinar on understanding genetics in the rare disease field. \n  \nThis webinar will:  \n\nHighlight the role of genetics as both a tool to access diagnoses and understanding of rare conditions\, and a barrier to understand and discuss these diseases and their inheritance. \nHighlight case studies of what others in the rare community are doing to support with genetic diagnoses \nSignpost to pre-existing resources that your patient organisation can access
URL:https://www.m4rd.org/event/ensuring-inclusive-communications-around-genetics/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Genetics,Rare Diseases,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Findacure":MAILTO:maryrose@findacure.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210416T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210416T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185731
CREATED:20210416T094635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210416T094635Z
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SUMMARY:East Paediatric Genomics Forum: Drawing Family Histories like a Pro!
DESCRIPTION:Paediatricians and Neonatologists from East of England and East Midlands are invited to join this event to discuss the taking and drawing of family history with a number of ‘patients’/cases presented by the Clinical Genetics Team. \nDuring this session you will: \n\nHear examples of how to take family history\nView a demonstration of drawing a pedigree\nHave the opportunity to ask questions\n\nJoin the meeting here\, note you will be asked to register:
URL:https://www.m4rd.org/event/east-paediatric-genomics-forum-drawing-family-histories-like-a-pro/
LOCATION:Cheshire
CATEGORIES:Genetics,Research,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="East NHS Genomic Laboratory Hub":MAILTO:Laura.Gallwey@addenbrookes.nhs.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210408T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210408T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185731
CREATED:20210312T115744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210312T115900Z
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SUMMARY:Medicine and Me: Living with pulmonary fibrosis\, looking to the future
DESCRIPTION:Jointly organised with Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis\, this meeting will give you an understanding of what it is like to live with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) from people living with the disease.\nPulmonary fibrosis (PF) is thought to affect around 70\,000 people in the UK. One of the most aggressive and common forms of PF is Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF). \nThis webinar will discuss the current approaches to diagnosis\, active treatment and symptom management of IPF from the perspective of patients and their carers and explore the latest cutting edge research. \nRegister now
URL:https://www.m4rd.org/event/medicine-and-me-living-with-pulmonary-fibrosis-looking-to-the-future/
LOCATION:ONLINE
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210325T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210325T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185731
CREATED:20210319T154435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210319T154435Z
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SUMMARY:East Paediatric Genomics Forum
DESCRIPTION:Paediatricians and Neonatologists from East of England and East Midlands please join to learn more about the Genomic Medicine Service and the testing services the East Genomics Laboratory Hub provides. \nDuring this first session you will: \n\nGain an overview of the Genomic Medicine Service\nUnderstand how to order a test from the test directory\nMeet scientists from the East Genomics Laboratory Hub\n\nJoin the meeting here – you will be asked to register. \nThe East NHS Genomics Lab Hub are looking for your input to shape these sessions going forward so please let them know if you have anything in particular you would like to share or discuss.
URL:https://www.m4rd.org/event/east-paediatric-genomics-forum/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Genomics,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="East NHS Genomic Laboratory Hub":MAILTO:Laura.Gallwey@addenbrookes.nhs.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210322T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210322T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185731
CREATED:20210312T102537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210318T174644Z
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SUMMARY:Rare Diseases in Dermatology: Parent perspective - life with Xeroderma Pigmentosum
DESCRIPTION:Nicola Miller will be talking about her experiences of caring for her son\, who has a rare skin condition\, Xeroderma Pigmentosum\, and how clinicians can improve care for children with rare conditions and their families.\nBarts & The London Rare Disease Society are excited to welcome Nicola Miller\, founder of the Teddington Trust\, a rare disease patient support charity\, and Editor of Rare Revolution magazine to their next webinar. \nComplete this form to book your place
URL:https://www.m4rd.org/event/rare-diseases-in-dermatology-parent-perspective-life-with-xeroderma-pigmentosum/
LOCATION:ONLINE
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ORGANIZER;CN="Barts & The London Rare Disease Society":MAILTO:s4rd@bartslondon.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210322T171500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210322T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185731
CREATED:20210318T114824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210318T114824Z
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SUMMARY:Inaugural Rare Disease Nurse Network Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Are you a nurse/allied health professional working or interested in rare diseases?\nRDNN are building a community to support each other\, share stories and learn from their peers to improve the care they offer to rare disease patients and their families. \nJoin them for their first webinar\, featuring Liz Morris\, Lead Specialist Nurse in the Lysosomal Disorders Service at Addenbrookes Hospital\, Cambridge. Liz will be discussing the process of setting up and running Commissioned Services in Rare Disease\, covering the trials\, tribulations\, pitfalls and benefits. \nIf you are interested in Rare Disease services\, setting up Commissioned Services or are working in the Rare Disease environment\, this webinar is for you. Can’t make the live event\, not to worry\, if you register RDNN will share a recording on their website – www.RDNN.org and let you know when it is live. \nConnect on Twitter: #@NurseRare
URL:https://www.m4rd.org/event/inaugural-rare-disease-nurse-network-webinar/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Rare Diseases,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rare Disease Nurse Network":MAILTO:Helena.baker@rdnn.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210304T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210304T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185731
CREATED:20210224T150707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210224T150707Z
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SUMMARY:Rare diseases in primary care - the needles in the haystack (but there are a lot of needles!)
DESCRIPTION:Dr Will Evans will explain how rare diseases are not only relevant to general practice but how GPs are best placed to holistically support people with rare diseases and their families.\nBarts & The London Rare Disease Society are very excited to be joined by Dr Will Evans\, a GP in Leeds\, an academic in the PRISM group at the University of Nottingham and the clinical lead at Mendelian\, a health technology company using data driven approaches to shorten the diagnostic odyssey for rare disease patients. \nWill’s interests are in personalised medicine\, the adoption of genomic technologies in primary care and improving the diagnosis and care of rare disease patients. Will’s eldest son has an ultra-rare disease\, Niemann-Pick disease\, type C\, and is the chairman of the board of trustees of the national charity NPUK. \n  \nComplete this form to book your place
URL:https://www.m4rd.org/event/rare-diseases-in-primary-care-the-needles-in-the-haystack-but-there-are-a-lot-of-needles/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Rare Diseases,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Barts & The London Rare Disease Society":MAILTO:s4rd@bartslondon.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210224T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210224T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185731
CREATED:20200814T124039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210820T110608Z
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SUMMARY:The Unusual Suspects 2021
DESCRIPTION:The Unusual Suspects: Rare disease in everyday medicine is returning to The Royal Society of Medicine on 24th February!\nThis year it will all be online\, in the evening and free so there is nothing stopping you from joining us. We will be focusing on DIAGNOSIS. Why is a diagnosis so important and why is it imperative that diagnosis comes as early as possible? \nWe will be hearing from patients\, parents\, advocates and clinicians. We are particularly excited to hear about how early diagnosis can allow for gene therapy to change the lives of children born with debilitating rare diseases. \nBOOK NOW!\nAGENDA on 24th February 2021 via Zoom:\n6:00pm Welcome and introduction\nDr Lucy McKay\, Chief Executive Officer\, Medics for Rare Diseases \n6:05pm Rare Disease 101\nDr Lucy McKay \n6:15pm The undiagnosed diseases program\nDr Gareth Baynam\, Clinical Geneticist\, Genetic Services of Western Australia \n6:30pm Shortening the diagnostic odyssey through newborn screening\nGeorgina Morton\, Founder and Chair\, ArchAngel MLD Trust \n6:45pm Harnessing the power of gene therapy after diagnosis\nProf Bobby Gaspar\, Honorary Clinical Professor\, Great Ormond Street Hospital and the UCL Institute of Child Health and CEO\, Orchard Therapeutics \n7:00pm Panel discussion \n7:15pm I am Number 17 Campaign\nDavid Rose\, Rare Disease Patient and Advocate from Rare Revolution Magazine \n7:30pm Winner of Student Voice Prize 2020 \n7:40pm Panel discussion\n8:00pm Close of meeting
URL:https://www.m4rd.org/event/the-unusual-suspects-2021/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Conference,Networking,Rare Diseases
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20210223T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20210223T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185731
CREATED:20210220T125554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210220T130824Z
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SUMMARY:Refsum Disease from an Ophthalmology Perspective
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Bart Leroy\, MD\, PhD will present the Ophthalmology side of Refsum Disease and the benefits of early diagnosis by clinicians\nAdult Refsum Disease is a genetic disorder impacting the metabolism of phytanic acid. The key symptoms are Retinitis Pigmentosa\, loss of smell\, hearing loss\, numbness\, balance issues\, itchy skin\, shortened fingers and toes. It is one of the few causes of Retinitis Pigmentosa that has a proven dietary therapy to slow vision and hearing loss. Therefore\, early diagnosis is critical. \n  \nRegister NOW for this FREE online event \n 
URL:https://www.m4rd.org/event/refsum-disease-from-an-ophthalmology-perspective/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Ophthalmology,Rare Diseases
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ORGANIZER;CN="Global DARE Foundation":MAILTO:info@GlobalDAREFoundation.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20201214T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20201214T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185731
CREATED:20201207T201909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201207T201909Z
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SUMMARY:Being rare: a patient tale of being diagnosed in an OSCE
DESCRIPTION:Wyburn-Mason syndrome. Ever heard of it? Dan Jeffries has\, and his insightful talk explores what it’s like living with one of the world’s rarest medical conditions – to then discover you have another one.\n\nBarts & The London Students for Rare Diseases are excited to invite you to their first online event of the year!\n\nThey’ll  be hearing from Dan Jeffries\, a well-known figure in the rare disease community. Dan is a Trustee for Medics 4 Rare Diseases\, a Volunteer Ambassador for The Pituitary Foundation and has spoken at numerous rare disease events around the world.\n\nThe event will be hosted on Zoom – please sign up via the form below and we will send you a link.
URL:https://www.m4rd.org/event/being-rare-a-patient-tale-of-being-diagnosed-in-an-osce/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Rare Diseases,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20201203T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20201203T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185731
CREATED:20201009T083655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201009T083655Z
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SUMMARY:The genomic revolution: A practical guide to what you can’t afford not to know - Part 1
DESCRIPTION:This exciting 3-part webinar series sees representatives from NHS England give an up-to-date outline of the changes in genomic infrastructure which will transform the provision of genomic testing in the NHS.\nIn this first webinar\, top speakers will help clinicians understand how the increasing availability of state of the art genomic testing in the NHS will impact their day to day clinical practice. \nWebinar topics include: \n\nDiscuss recent advances in genomic testing and how they have been integrated into clinical testing pathways within the NHS\nUnderstand how genomic tests are generated\nFamiliarise yourself with the process of the clinical interpretation of genomic results
URL:https://www.m4rd.org/event/the-genomic-revolution-a-practical-guide-to-what-you-cant-afford-not-to-know-part-1/
LOCATION:Cheshire
CATEGORIES:Genomics,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201129
DTSTAMP:20260403T185731
CREATED:20200320T150136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200320T150302Z
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SUMMARY:RareFest20
DESCRIPTION:FREE to attend\, RAREfest20 is a full day Cambridge Rare Disease Network festival featuring interactive hands-on exhibits showcasing cool science\, visionary technology\, and pioneering organisations improving lives and bringing hope to those affected by rare diseases.  \nAlongside the exhibition there’ll be inspiring talks from experts and powerful patient voices\, rare disease inspired art and films.
URL:https://www.m4rd.org/event/rarefest20/
LOCATION:Guildhall Cambridge\, Cambridge\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conference,exhibition,Networking,Rare Diseases
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ORGANIZER;CN="CRDN":MAILTO:jo@camraredisease.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201120
DTSTAMP:20260403T185731
CREATED:20201022T084210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201022T084210Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Rare Disease Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Findacure’s Rare Disease Showcase series is a celebration of rare disease projects around the UK\nFindacure’s Virtual Showcase is designed to be a unique event\, with interactive sessions taking place over a three-day period\, including conversations on telemedicine\, artificial intelligence\, patient group innovations\, and the impact of Covid-19 on rare diseases. Our online stage will include talks from across the rare disease spectrum\, supplemented by roundtable discussions\, networking sessions\, one-to-one video chats\, virtual exhibitions and more. \nWhether you wish to attend a single session\, or three days of fun\, secure your place now for free at The Virtual Rare Disease Showcase
URL:https://www.m4rd.org/event/virtual-rare-disease-showcase/
LOCATION:Cheshire
CATEGORIES:Conference,Rare Diseases,Showcase
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ORGANIZER;CN="Findacure":MAILTO:maryrose@findacure.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20201111T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20201112T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185731
CREATED:20201009T082949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201009T082949Z
UID:7210-1605092400-1605182400@www.m4rd.org
SUMMARY:Vasculitis: registries\, pathways and therapeutics
DESCRIPTION:This free 2 day webinar will provide a comprehensive update on all UKIVAS group activities and plans for the future\, along with recent clinical and research updates in vasculitis.\nThis is a multidisciplinary webinar where adult and paediatric vasculitis management will be examined. \nThe themes highlighted are relevant to; renal\, rheumatology\, respiratory\, ENT\, dermatology and all other disciplines involved in vasculitis management. \nThe RSM is proud to partner this webinar with UKIVAS\, a national rare diseases group co-chaired by Professor Mark Little and Dr Neil Basu. \nWebinar topics include: \n\nThe assessment and treatment of organ-specific manifestation in systemic vasculitis.\nUKIVAS registry activity update with an outline of recent national bioresource and genomic developments.\nNew therapies in complement\, new biologic combination approaches and trial pathways.\nService development\, quality improvement and communication networks.
URL:https://www.m4rd.org/event/vasculitis-registries-pathways-and-therapeutics/
LOCATION:Cheshire
CATEGORIES:Rare Diseases,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200927
DTSTAMP:20260403T185731
CREATED:20200914T195355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200914T195355Z
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SUMMARY:Wolfram Syndrome virtual conference
DESCRIPTION:Planning is ongoing for The Wolfram Syndrome UK’s 9th annual conference\, which this year will now be a virtual conference on Zoom taking place over two days: Saturday 19th and Saturday 26th September.\n19th September\n2.00-3.00 pm Urology Presentation – Mr Liam McCarthy from Birmingham Children’s Hospital \n  \n26th September\n9.30-10.15am Ophthalmology workshop #1 – Talia Treen from Queen Elizabeth Hospital\, Birmingham \n10.30-11.15am Ophthalmology workshop #2 – Talia Treen from Queen Elizabeth Hospital\, Birmingham \n11.30am-12.15pm Speech and Language workshop for swallowing/choking – Georgie Smith from Queen Elizabeth Hospital \n1.00-2.00pm Lifelong treatment with GLP1 receptor agonist in rat model of Wolfram syndrome – Drs Mario Plaas and Anton Terasmaa\, Estonia \n2.15-3.00pm TREATWolfram Update – Prof Tim Barrett and Dr Ben Wright – Birmingham Children’s Hospital and Queen Elizabeth Hospital\, Birmingham. \n3.15-4.15pm Optic nerve involvement in Wolfram syndrome – Mr Patrick Yu Wai Man\, Cambridge University and Moorfields Eye Hospital. \nHow to register for the workshops has been sent out by email to WSUK members only due to restrictions on numbers.  Programme is subject to change.  Email admin@wolframsyndrome.co.uk for more details on how to register for each webinar.
URL:https://www.m4rd.org/event/wolfram-syndrome-virtual-conference/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wolfram Syndrome UK":MAILTO:admin@wolframsyndrome.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200716T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200716T154500
DTSTAMP:20260403T185731
CREATED:20200710T151519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200710T151519Z
UID:6885-1594911600-1594914300@www.m4rd.org
SUMMARY:Educating physicians in rare disease - Reducing the diagnostic odyssey and improving outcomes
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will introduce Medics 4 Rare Diseases whose mission is to drive an attitude change towards rare diseases amongst medical students and doctors in training. In addition Lucy McKay\, CEO of Medics 4 Rare Diseases and Gavin Jones\, Director of Rare Disease\, will be discussing core educational principles required to deliver better patient experience and outcomes for those living with rare diseases.
URL:https://www.m4rd.org/event/educating-physicians-in-rare-disease-reducing-the-diagnostic-odyssey-and-improving-outcomes/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200622T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200622T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185731
CREATED:20200530T124325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200530T124959Z
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SUMMARY:COVID-19 and rare diseases: Risks and opportunities posed by the pandemic
DESCRIPTION:This unique webinar unites experts from primary care\, advocacy and medical genetics within the rare disease sector to discuss the impact of the virus on the rare disease community.\nParticipants will hear about the short and long-term impact of shielding\, consider how to best protect vulnerable populations in the future\, and reflect on the potential beneficial changes to services as a result of the pandemic – most acutely felt by people with complex diseases who depend on an intricate framework of support. \nSpeakers:\nMs Lindsay Weaver\, CEO of Metabolic Support UK \nDr Will Evans\, Clinical practice GP and academic GP\, University of Nottingham & Chair of NP-UK \nDr Elizabeth Forsythe\, Specialist Registrar in Clinical Genetics at Great Ormond Street Hospital
URL:https://www.m4rd.org/event/covid-19-and-rare-diseases-risks-and-opportunities-posed-by-the-pandemic/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Rare Diseases,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200517
DTSTAMP:20260403T185731
CREATED:20200122T185220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200318T112441Z
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SUMMARY:The 10th European Conference on Rare Diseases & Orphan Products (ECRD)
DESCRIPTION:The European Conference on Rare Diseases & Orphan Products (ECRD) is recognised globally as the largest\, patient-led rare disease event in which collaborative dialogue\, learning and conversation takes place\, forming the groundwork to shape future rare disease policies.\nThe event draws together more than 800 participants from over 50 countries around the world. Leading\, inspiring and engaging all stakeholders to take action\, ECRD is where innovative solutions in the rare disease field are born. The Conference is an unrivalled opportunity to network and exchange invaluable knowledge with all stakeholders in the rare disease community  – patient representatives\, policy makers\, researchers\, clinicians\, industry representatives\, payers and regulators.
URL:https://www.m4rd.org/event/the-10th-european-conference-on-rare-diseases-orphan-products-ecrd/
LOCATION:ONLINE
CATEGORIES:Conference,Lectures,Networking,Rare Diseases,Showcase
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200313T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200313T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185731
CREATED:20200221T123807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200221T123807Z
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SUMMARY:Medicine and Me: Living with pulmonary fibrosis
DESCRIPTION:Jointly organised with Action for Pulmonary Fibrosis\, this meeting will give you an understanding of what it is like to live with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) from people living with the disease.\nPulmonary fibrosis (PF) is thought to affect around 70\,000 people in the UK. One of the most aggressive and common forms of PF is Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF). Idiopathic means it has no known cause. IPF normally affects people over 50 and is slightly more common in men than women. There are limited treatments and there is no cure. Life expectancy can be between three to five years following diagnosis\, and around 6\,000 people die from it every year in the UK. \nLearn more about current approaches to diagnosis\, treatment and management of IPF from the perspective of patients\, their carers and clinicians\, as well as gaining an insight into the psychological and emotional wellbeing of those living with IPF. We’ll also explore the cutting edge research into improving outcomes and palliation\, as we consider areas of inquiry likely to deliver step changes in treatments.
URL:https://www.m4rd.org/event/medicine-and-me-living-with-pulmonary-fibrosis/
LOCATION:Royal Society of Medicine\, 1 Wimpole Street\, London\, W1G 0AE\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200224T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200224T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185731
CREATED:20200121T180232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200121T180232Z
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SUMMARY:Drug Repurposing for Rare Diseases 2020 Conference
DESCRIPTION:Findacure’s Drug Repurposing for Rare Diseases Conference is returning for its seventh consecutive year!\nFindacure’s 7th annual conference will showcase excellence in the development of repurposed drugs for rare disease patients\, highlight the potential for patient group-led innovation\, and emphasise repurposing as a valid business model for orphan drug development in industry. Held in celebration of Rare Disease Day\, our event will unite the rare disease community to share in groundbreaking drug repurposing projects that can bring real change to those living with rare diseases.
URL:https://www.m4rd.org/event/drug-repurposing-for-rare-diseases-2020-conference/
LOCATION:America Square Conference Centre\, 17 America Square\, London\, EC3N 2LB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conference,Networking,Patient Information Day,Rare Diseases
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ORGANIZER;CN="Findacure":MAILTO:maryrose@findacure.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200219T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200219T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185731
CREATED:20190911T203158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191224T095107Z
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SUMMARY:The unusual suspects: rare diseases in everyday medicine
DESCRIPTION:Medics 4 Rare Diseases and the RSM will bring a faculty of top speakers to explore how rare diseases are relevant in everyday clinical medicine\nThis event is aimed at clinicians at all stages of their training to explain why rare diseases are important to everyday medicine. We will explore how generalists can approach patients with rare diseases and become advocates for them. We will hear from a patient who suffered a long and arduous journey to diagnosis as a child and now uses her illustrations to tell her story. We will also learn about drug repurposing. \nTopics include:\n\nHow rare diseases are relevant to every doctor’s career in medicine\nA patient’s perspective\nReducing the diagnostic odyssey in rare diseases\nDrug Repurposing in Rare Diseases\nHow to be a rare advocate/ally\nHow the work of Medics 4 Rare Diseases and the RSM Genetics Section play a role in rare disease education\n\nThis year we are really excited to be able to provide a limited number of student travel bursaries for our annual symposium at The Royal Society of Medicine to enable students who live outside of London to attend our event.  Please see our website for T&Cs\nEarly Bird Rates available until 8 January\nRSM member: £15-£25 \nNon member: £20-£30 \nRegistration starts at 12.30 and the event begins at 1pm. \nBOOK NOW
URL:https://www.m4rd.org/event/the-unusual-suspects-rare-diseases-in-everyday-medicine/
LOCATION:Royal Society of Medicine\, 1 Wimpole Street\, London\, W1G 0AE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200203T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200203T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185731
CREATED:20200121T174830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200121T175410Z
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SUMMARY:Rare disease spotlight: Aspergillosis
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration Barts & The London\, we will be shining the spotlight on Aspergillosis\nFran Pearson\, a patient who was diagnosed with Aspergillosis and Dr Darius Armstrong\, a consultant in Infectious Disease and Mycology will be hosting this event. \nYou will have the opportunity to learn more about the patient’s experience of being diagnosed with a rare infectious disease and the challenges faced by doctors when diagnosing patients with infectious diseases.
URL:https://www.m4rd.org/event/rare-disease-spotlight-aspergillosis/
LOCATION:Barts & The London School of Medicine – Garrod Building\, London\, E1 2\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Rare Diseases
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20200128T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20200128T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185731
CREATED:20200121T173706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200121T195956Z
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SUMMARY:Hit and Miss: Genetic diagnosis\, misdiagnosis and learning
DESCRIPTION:A potpourri of genetic diagnosis\, misdiagnosis and learning experiences\nKCL Medical Genetics Society’s second lecture of the year will held by Dr Willie Reardon\, sharing his experience as a Consultant Clinical Geneticist at Great Ormond St Hospital for Children\, Hospital for Sick Children Toronto and Our Lady’s Children’s Hospital.
URL:https://www.m4rd.org/event/hit-and-miss-genetic-diagnosis-misdiagnosis-and-learning/
LOCATION:Kings College London Guys Campus\, New Hunt's House\, London\, SE1 9RT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Genetics,Lectures
ORGANIZER;CN="KCL Medical Genetics Society":MAILTO:kclmedgensoc@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191122T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191122T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185731
CREATED:20190922T123925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191008T153342Z
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SUMMARY:A Puff of Smoke Talk and Workshop w/ author and artist Sarah Lippett
DESCRIPTION:A Puff of Smoke (published by Jonathan Cape 7th November) is a graphic memoir about what it is like to grow up with an illness that no one can diagnose.\nSarah Lippett spent eleven years suffering with symptoms from an unknown condition\, until she was diagnosed with the rare disease Moyamoya at the age of 17. \nFor the month of November(1st – 29th November) an exhibition will be held at The Centre For Better Health that will explore the wider themes of the memoir. \nJoin Sarah as she talks through the process of revisiting her past and piecing it back together as a graphic memoir. The talk will be followed by a short workshop where participants are invited to create sequential narratives based on their own lived experiences. No drawing experience necesssary.  Book your place now.
URL:https://www.m4rd.org/event/a-puff-of-smoke-talk-and-workshop-w-author-and-artist-sarah-lippett/
LOCATION:The Centre for Better Health\, 1A Darnley Road\, London\, E9 6QH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Rare Diseases,workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191122T083000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191122T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185731
CREATED:20190810T141747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190816T122953Z
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SUMMARY:Direct-to-consumer genetic testing: Health and ancestry
DESCRIPTION:The direct to consumer genetic testing is on the rise worldwide\, and while these tests provide people access to their genetic information without necessarily involving a healthcare provider\, the patients search for their doctors’ advice on the results.\nFrom genealogy to health\, healthcare providers are expected to be able to respond to the patients’ questions and be well informed of the benefits and risks of genetic testing direct to the public. \nThrough multidisciplinary lectures from renowned specialists as well as lively panel discussions\, this event will give you a comprehensive view of the tests available and their implications. The meeting will close with a rerun of the dynamic 2018 Varsity debate on the subject and votes from the audience. \nMeeting topics: \n– The genetic tests on offer\, both for health and for ancestry.\n– Insight into the implications of DTC genetic testing.\n– Understand the potential impact of DTC in liver cirrhosis\n– Discuss the ethical concerns and challenges posed by DTC\n– Know the precision of ancestral DNA testing\n– Understand the impact of ancestral testing on populations \nEarly bird pricing available until 18 August 2019
URL:https://www.m4rd.org/event/direct-to-consumer-genetic-testing-health-and-ancestry/
LOCATION:Royal Society of Medicine\, 1 Wimpole Street\, London\, W1G 0AE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Lectures
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191101T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191101T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185731
CREATED:20190922T122007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191008T153121Z
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SUMMARY:A Puff of Smoke Book Launch and Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:A Puff of Smoke is a graphic memoir about what it is like to grow up with an illness that no one can diagnose.\nSarah Lippett spent eleven years suffering with symptoms from an unknown condition\, until she was diagnosed with the rare disease Moyamoya at the age of 17. \nFor the month of November(1st – 29th November) an exhibition will be held at The Centre For Better Health that will explore the wider themes of the memoir. \nJoin Sarah to celebrate the launch of the A Puff of Smoke on the 1st of November 6-9pm at The Centre for Better Health in London. Copies of the book will be available for purchase. \nDrinks will be available and everyone is welcome! \nConfirm your attendance on Evenbrite for the chance to WIN a FREE signed copy of A Puff of Smoke.
URL:https://www.m4rd.org/event/a-puff-of-smoke-book-launch-and-exhibition/
LOCATION:The Centre for Better Health\, 1A Darnley Road\, London\, E9 6QH\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:book launch,exhibition,Rare Diseases
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191011T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191011T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185731
CREATED:20191002T130612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191002T130612Z
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SUMMARY:Rett UK Regional Professionals Day
DESCRIPTION:This is a fantastic opportunity to learn more about this rare and complex disorder in an informal session where you have lots of opportunities to ask questions.\nWith over 30 years’ experience\, Rett UK is the only UK charity providing professional family support services and training for anyone involved in supporting someone with Rett syndrome. \nAimed at SLTs\, OTs\, GPs and carers\, this is a free event where the Rett UK team get the opportunity to educate you on this rare neurological disorder\, to answer questions and to inform you of other future events they will be holding.
URL:https://www.m4rd.org/event/rett-uk-regional-professionals-day/
LOCATION:THE HUB\, Easton Street\, High Wycombe\, Buckinghamshire\, HP11 1NJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Networking,Patient Information Day,Rare Diseases
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rett UK":MAILTO:keren.decoito@rettuk.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191008T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191008T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185731
CREATED:20190619T194009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190827T142944Z
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SUMMARY:The Manchester Rare Disease Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Findacure’s Rare Disease Showcases are a celebration of innovative rare disease projects across the UK. As a world leader in rare research\, exceptional examples of rare disease practice can be found all over the country. Their touring event series heads to local regions to give them the attention they deserve.\nAttendees can expect: \n\nPresentations from rare experts in Manchester’s local area\, including patients\, support groups\, clinicians and researchers.\nHighlights of excellent progress in academic\, healthcare\, industry and patient advocacy\nTwo lightning talk sessions for delegates to propose and share their own rare stories\nAmple patient group and charity exhibitors from across the UK\nDedicated time to network with North West England’s rare community\n\n  \nFindacure are offering a number of exhibition stands to patient organisations and charities completley free of charge. If you are interested in exhibiting\, please email maryrose@findacure.org.uk.
URL:https://www.m4rd.org/event/the-manchester-rare-disease-showcase/
LOCATION:The Bridgewater Hall\, Lower Mosley Street\, Manchester\, Lancashire\, M2 3WS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Networking,Showcase
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ORGANIZER;CN="Findacure":MAILTO:maryrose@findacure.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20191008T084500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20191008T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T185731
CREATED:20190810T142807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190816T122908Z
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SUMMARY:The 33rd symposium: Cystic fibrosis in children and adults
DESCRIPTION:Learn from specialists which children with symptoms need to be seen earlier and how to deal with health issues such as visual problems and poor dental hygiene. Explore unusual paediatric presentations that do not have a clear pathway to diagnosis and need multidisciplinary management.\nThis is a joint event with the Odontology Section and therefore the programme will highlight key areas such as tooth decay in children and acute dental problems. \nTopics include: \n\nHow to identify key pointers to diagnosis\nCurrent best practice\nHow to manage unusual paediatric presentations\nThe value of effective communication between specialities
URL:https://www.m4rd.org/event/the-33rd-symposium-cystic-fibrosis-in-children-and-adults/
LOCATION:Royal Society of Medicine\, 1 Wimpole Street\, London\, W1G 0AE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Conference,Lectures
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