Rare Disease Day: Discover Rare Diseases from A to Z
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Fondation Ipsen, under the aegis of Fondation de France, is committed to advancing rare disease detection and care, fostering innovation, and promoting social and educational initiatives. We strive for a future where all rare disease patients receives timely diagnosis, respect, and support.
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La Super Famille de Pauline, la lapine
Pauline, a little rabbit with a rare disease, lives with her big sister Capucine and their parents. There’s a legend in the forest that they’re real heroes.
Oliver, le petit raton laveur
At night, when the whole burrow is peacefully asleep, Charlotte, the little groundhog, is all excited. Mama Marmotte’s gentle lullabies do nothing, and the days that follow are tough…
Venture Philantropy
This book is a translation of the NAS report on venture philanthropy. A must-read for those committed to reshaping medical research and delivering hope to millions through cutting-edge, actionable solutions.
La Dépression. Savoir quand demander de l’aide
This book is adapted from Older Adults and Depression. Knowing When to Get Help, from the National Institute of Aging at NIH.
The information it contains is based on medical research. It will help you learn more about depression. There are also tips and practical information sheets to help you recognize and treat it.
SoIn for Society and Inclusivity #3
Teaching, sharing, learning to see differently: by making disability an educational resource, we can transform mindsets. Our differences, far from being obstacles, are challenges for collective creativity.
The Rare Disease Gazette #24
In this edition, Erika Berg, PhD, hosts a conversation about Keys to success: Unlocking health care access for rare disease.
Je suis autiste… et alors ?
Maxime Vindrier, 26, is a passionate and talented illustrator. Diagnosed as autistic, he speaks about his condition with authenticity and humor in his book Autistic… So What? where he demystifies his daily life with a light and accessible tone.
Recueil de nouvelles. Histoires de vie avec la SLA
Through this collection of short stories, ARSLA not only provides a platform for voices that dare to confront this reality but also pays tribute to the resilience and humanity that endure despite the pain.
The Rare Disease Gazette #23
In this edition, Erika Berg, PhD, hosts a conversation about Standing out in the storm: Caregiving in rare disease
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Webinar – Keys to success: Unlocking health care access for rare disease
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Webinar – Standing out in the storm: Caregiving in rare disease
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Webinar – Blooming against odds: Successfully navigating mental health in rare disease
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Webinar – Advocacy in rare disease: Taking Care of Caregivers
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