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Video: Bionews’ Social Media Campaign Highlights #WhatMakesMeRare

In recognition of Rare Disease Day Feb. 29, Bionews Services launched a social media campaign last month asking patients to describe what makes them rare. Running Feb. 7–29, the #WhatMakesMeRare campaign was aimed at uplifting people with rare diseases by encouraging them to share their stories and perspectives. The…

Patients, Supporters Worldwide Recognizing Rare Disease Day 2020

An abundance of events are afoot around the world to mark Rare Disease Day 2020 on Feb. 29. The activities are focused on heightening awareness about rare diseases and the hundreds of millions of individuals they are thought to affect. Patients, caregivers, and advocates worldwide will sport denim ribbons…

Case Report Highlights Very Late-onset MG in Woman, 93

Myasthenia gravis (MG) can occur in very elderly patients, a recent case report highlights. As such, there is a need for early diagnosis in this population, which can allow for better clinical outcomes. A case report with that finding, “Very late onset of myasthenia gravis: case report…