Rare Disease Day

CN Tower Will Have Blue Lights to Commemorate Rare Disease Day

This Saturday (2/28) Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Canada will commemorate Rare Disease Day with the lighting of the CN Tower in blue at sundown. EDS is considered to be a rare disease; but experts say it is more prevalent than once thought – because it’s rarely diagnosed!  To learn more about prevalence, watch Dr. Neilson’s video here. By Lisa Rainford of Bloor […]

Rare Disease Month Artwork Includes Ehlers-Danlos

Rare Disease Month brings out the images of those who are struggling with the challenges of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and other debilitating disorders. “Beyond the Diagnosis” is an art exhibit that features a piece depicting an EDSer and her caregiver. By Jacyln Torres Contributing Writer “Beyond the Diagnosis,” hosted for Rare Disease Month, aims to humanize portrayed […]

Rare Disease Day is February 28, 2015

The 8th annual World Rare Disease Day will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2015! February 23-27 is Rare Disease Week on Capitol Hill. Please join the efforts to raise awareness for EDS!