Podcast Episode: Rare Disease Day – Understanding Genetic, Rare, and Undiagnosed Conditions

Liner Notes

In this special episode of Voices of One Fylde, hosts Rebecca Carter-Lindsay and Marilyn Booth explore the significance of Rare Disease Day, observed every year on 28th February. The episode shines a light on the challenges faced by individuals living with genetic, rare, and undiagnosed conditions, as well as the impact on learning disabilities and development.

What’s Covered?

• An introduction to genetic, rare, and undiagnosed conditions.
• The impact on learning disabilities, including conditions like Fragile X syndrome and Cri du chat syndrome.
• The challenges families face, from diagnosis difficulties to lack of specialist healthcare.
• The importance of awareness and advocacy, and what needs to change for better support.

Why Listen?

• Gain insight into why rare diseases matter and how they affect people’s daily lives.
• Learn about organisations like SWAN UK, Genetic Alliance UK, and Rare Disease UK and the work they do.
• Discover how you can help by raising awareness and supporting individuals with rare conditions.

Listen Now

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🌍 Learn more about Rare Disease Day: Rare Disease Day Official Website

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