Rare Disease UK

Rare Disease UK

A national (UK) alliance for people with rare diseases (termed “orphan diseases” in the US) and their supporters, which was established in 2008 by Genetic Alliance UK, a mega-charity with over 140 organisations supporting patients affected by various genetic conditions, as well as other key stakeholders. Nearly 20% of people with a rare disease suffer from their disease for 5+ years before they’re diagnosed; 10% suffer for a decade.