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Shout Out to Mackenzie’s Mission!

February 28, 2018

We at Mackenzie’s Mission just received a HUGE shout out of support from Jill Johnson and the nursing students at Carl Sandburg College! They’ve joined the fight against Amyloidosis today on Rare Disease Day. Fight on and thank you for your support!

It’s Rare Disease Day!

February 28, 2018

Around the world, activities are going on all month, culminating today, to raise awareness of the 7,000 rare diseases. Amyloidosis is one of those rare diseases. Together, great efforts are being made to take rare disease research to an international level. Only by doing so can we guarantee rare disease research will be truly effective. […]

Former NBA star diagnosed with amyloidosis

February 21, 2018

Amyloidosis knows no bounds. Tiny Archibald, former NBA star, sends a powerful message following his diagnosis.

Hand Dryers: The Dirty Truth

February 20, 2018

Some spread germs instead of removing them.

Northeastern Forms RareNeu

February 19, 2018

Last spring, a core group of 10 students came together to start RareNeu, Northeastern’s student chapter of NORD (National Organization for Rare Disorders).