Research Webinar Join us for an engaging research webinar presented by the Undiagnosed Diseases Network (UDN) and the Undiagnosed Diseases Network Foundation (UDNF), where we will highlight progress in the field of undiagnosed and ultra-rare diseases. This webinar will showcase research advancements...
Read the October E-News Highlights Undiagnosed. UIltra-rare. United. UDNF Community Events Heartfelt letters written by current and past UDNF PEER members...
Growing up Together: Recognizing and Supporting Siblings of the Undiagnosed & Ultra-rare Join us on Tuesday, November 12th at 12:00 p.m. Eastern Time as we explore the challenges siblings experience, from feeling overlooked to finding the balance between their own needs and those of their......
What the UDN offers patients like myself extends far beyond the obvious search for diagnosis and treatment. It offers a far more elusive gift; one that we struggle at times to find, and at other times to hang on to. One that we frequently abandon when caught in the throes of nihilistic despair.
It offers HOPE.
– Ingrid Kovitch, UDN Participant
Finding Connection While Undiagnosed Having an undiagnosed child with a disability leaves our family with many unanswered questions. What doctors specialize in our child’s care? How do we learn more about his condition? How do we map his future when there are no other maps
When my fourth child was born, a beautiful little girl named Felicity, I thought our family was complete. I had 4 beautiful children, a loving husband, and a happy successful life. I soon realized there was something amiss. My fairytale turned into every parent’s worst
Aldis Hodge was recently quoted as saying, “What makes a superhero? They’re supposed to represent hope, opportunity, and strength for everybody.” As a mom, I find this statement a true reflection on my Cooper and every UDN participant. Our journey began shortly after Cooper was
