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Helpful Information about Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis

Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC) is a rare and chronic disease that is characterized by inflammation and scarring within the bile

Sascha Gallardo November 7, 2023November 7, 2023
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Best Ways To Interact with Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Patients

Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS) is a rare disorder caused by genetic mutations affecting collagen, a crucial connective tissue protein. It

Sascha Gallardo September 28, 2023September 28, 2023
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Your Guide to Understanding the Progressive Impact of Spinocerebellar Ataxia on Patients and Families

Spinocerebellar Ataxia (SCA) is an inherited disorder that primarily affects the cerebellum, the part of the brain responsible for coordination

Sascha Gallardo September 28, 2023September 28, 2023
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April is Fabry Awareness Month

Sascha Gallardo April 19, 2021July 16, 2021

Fabry is a rare hereditary condition that involves a mutation in the gene called α-galactosidase A (α-Gal A) which enables

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Two Disabled Dudes Podcast features Ben Munoz

Sascha Gallardo March 30, 2021July 16, 2021

In Two Disabled Dudes podcast episode number 138, Ben shared inspiring lessons he learned from having an AVM stroke, coping

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March is Endometriosis Awareness Month

Sascha Gallardo March 26, 2021July 16, 2021

Endometriosis is a condition wherein endometrial tissue—the tissue found inside the uterus—grows outside the uterus, usually in the pelvic area

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He’s not a bad kid. He’s living with ADHD.

Sascha Gallardo March 3, 2021July 16, 2021

You remember that kid back in 1st grade who got punished for all sorts of things?  While everyone in class

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Nonprofit SnapCast features Ben Munoz

Sascha Gallardo February 24, 2021June 18, 2021

Nonprofit Snapcast, a podcast that tackles nonprofit management issues, recently featured Ben’s Friends president and co-founder, Ben Munoz. The interview

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Once Upon a Gene podcast Features Ben’s Friends

Sascha Gallardo February 22, 2021February 22, 2021

Once Upon a Gene recently interviewed Ben Munoz about the story behind the founding of Ben’s Friends, what motivated him

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Happy 11th Anniversary, Chiari Support Community!

Sascha Gallardo February 17, 2021April 19, 2021

Chiari Malformation is a rare condition in which herniation (4mm or more) of the Cerebral Tonsils stretches into the opening

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Ben’s Friends Lead Interns

Sascha Gallardo February 1, 2021January 18, 2022

Keeping Ben’s Friends communities safe and supportive would not be possible without the help of wonderful people who devote their

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Benefits of Having a Rare Disease and Chronic Illness Support Group

Sascha Gallardo January 29, 2021January 29, 2021

Having a rare or chronic illness can make a person feel isolated and lonely. They may have people who definitely

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Some of the Things You Can Do to Help Patients with OPMD

Sascha Gallardo January 20, 2021April 27, 2021

Oculopharyngeal muscular dystrophy or OPMD is a rare genetic disorder that is characterized by muscle weakness. Symptoms usually manifest in

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