Most commonly asked questions about AIHA answered

Aside from celebrating Rare Disease Day, February also marks Black History Month, a time dedicated to honoring the inspiring accomplishments and sacrifices of African Americans throughout US history. We take this opportunity to highlight three influential Black Women, who have made extraordinary contributions to the health sciences.

Learn more about the different types of myositis, a rare autoimmune disease that can affect skin, muscles, lungs, and joints, causing muscle weakness.

Intravenous Immunoglobin, or IVIg, is a common procedure for a variety of autoimmune disorders, immune deficiencies, and inflammatory conditions. Learn about what the procedure accomplishes, how it’s administered, its side effects, and other useful information below.

The National Alliance for Caregiving (NAC), in partnership with Global Genes, has released a new handbook that offers support, advice, and guidance for unique challenges and unique rewards of caring for a child with a rare or serious disease.

Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) is a genetic condition that affects growth and development. In this article, genetic counselor Elizabeth Kearney answers common questions for individuals with Prader-Willi Syndrome and their caregivers.

Coping with rare genetic disease is a journey. Along the way, questions may arise about inheritance and genetic testing. Genetic counselors are specially trained healthcare professionals who can provide personalized advice and support.

Adaptive clothing is clothing created to solve problems. Makers of adaptive clothing specialize in apparel, footwear, and accessories designed to make life easier for those with mobility issues and other special health needs. All aim to improve comfort and accessibility, promote independence and dignity, and make wearers look good and feel good.

Plasmapheresis is a procedure used to filter out antibodies that are mistakenly attacking the body’s own tissues. Here’s what to know about the ins and outs of the procedure.