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Strength in Numbers

Strength in Numbers

FromVital Science


Strength in Numbers

FromVital Science

ratings:
Length:
54 minutes
Released:
Oct 17, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Imagine a world where your child has a rare disease that’s so rare, it doesn’t have a name and only a handful of people around the world have a similar condition. It can leave you feeling helpless and alone knowing the odds are stacked against you.  This is the situation Bo Bigelow experienced with his daughter, Tess. She suffers from a USP7, a neurodevelopmental disorder that impacts her motor function, speech, and bone development. Tess’ condition left Bo looking for help… and he found a lot of other patients and families with other ultra-rare diseases that wanted to share their stories too. Today, Bo’s initiatives have given hope to other people and help them find strength in knowing they’re not alone.  Join us as we discuss the ways Bo documented his daughter’s journey, learn more about USP7-related diseases and their impact, how Bo created the Disorder Channel as a way for other rare disease patients to tell their stories, what progress is being made to learn more about Tess’ condition through the Foundation for USP7-Related Diseases, and how you can help advance their research.  Show Notes Rare Disease | Charles RiverFoundation for USP-7 Related DiseasesStronger Every Day BlogStronger Every Day PodcastThe Disorder Channel  
Released:
Oct 17, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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Life science is complicated, but its mission is simple – to create a safer, healthier future. This podcast tells the stories behind the science from the perspective of patients, scientists, employees, and advocates that have felt its impact.