Hypoparathyroidism News

September 20, 2021September 20, 2021

Amolyt Raises $80M to Develop AZP-3601 for Hypoparathyroidism

Amolyt Pharma has raised $80 million in financing that will support the clinical development of AZP-3601, its experimental therapy for hypoparathyroidism. Hypoparathyroidism is caused by abnormally low levels of the ... Read more

September 15, 2021September 15, 2021

New Institute Aims to Leave No Rare Disease Patient Behind

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A newly launched non-profit institute is seeking to advance research, and the development of new therapies, for people with rare diseases — a patient community with some of the largest ... Read more

September 13, 2021September 13, 2021

Continuous Forsteo Effective for Case of Severe Hypoparathyroidism

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In a woman whose severe hypoparathyroidism did not respond to standard treatment, constant infusion of a lab-engineered form of the parathyroid hormone (PTH) eliminated symptoms and improved her quality of ... Read more

September 8, 2021September 8, 2021

Group Focuses on Rare Disease Clinical Trial Participation

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Participation in clinical trials exposes rare disease patients to financial, physical, and emotional pressures, according to the results of a patient focus group series. “Rare disease trial participants are running ... Read more

September 1, 2021September 1, 2021

‘Running for Rare’: NORD a Charity Partner of 2021 NYC Marathon

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The National Organization for Rare Disorders, known as NORD, was named an official charity partner of the 2021 TCS New York City Marathon, which will be held Nov. 7 both ... Read more

August 31, 2021August 31, 2021

‘Not Alone in the Dark’: New Guide for, by Caregivers of Children With Rare Diseases

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The National Alliance for Caregiving, in partnership with Global Genes, has issued a free guidebook, available online, that offers resources and support for caregivers of children with rare diseases. “The ... Read more

August 30, 2021August 30, 2021

Study Identifies New AIRE Mutations in Chinese Patients with APS1

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Four new mutations of the AIRE gene were identified for the first time in Chinese patients with autoimmune polyendocrine syndrome type 1 (APS1), a case series reports. The report also ... Read more

August 23, 2021August 23, 2021

Low PTH Levels After Surgery May Signal Chronic Hypoparathyroidism

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Low levels of the parathyroid hormone (PTH) soon after a thyroidectomy is linked to a greater risk of chronic hypoparathyroidism, or that lasting more than six months, a study reported. Its ... Read more

August 18, 2021August 18, 2021

Register Now for Global Genes’ RARE Patient Advocacy Summit

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Registration is now open for Global Genes‘ 2021 RARE Patient Advocacy Summit. This year’s hybrid event will be livestreamed from California Sept. 27-29, and some seats also are available for attending ... Read more

August 16, 2021August 16, 2021

Stable Post-surgery Supplement Doses Can Take Months to Determine

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Typically, it takes nearly three months before people newly diagnosed with chronic, post-surgical hypoparathyroidism arrive at a stable dose of calcium and vitamin D supplements, a study reported, rather than several ... Read more

August 11, 2021August 11, 2021

NORD Rare Disease Summit, Online Oct. 18-19, Open for Registration

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Registration is now open for the 2021 Rare Diseases and Orphan Products Breakthrough Summit, which will be held virtually Oct. 18–19. The event, also known as the National Organization for ... Read more

August 9, 2021August 9, 2021

PTH Levels in Children Soon After Surgery Show Risk of Hypocalcemia

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Assessing parathyroid hormone (PTH) levels in children after surgery to remove the thyroid gland, and beginning preventive therapy to those at high risk of hypocalcemia, increased safety and shorted their ... Read more

August 2, 2021August 2, 2021

Advocates Lobby US Congress During Virtual Rare Disease Week

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More than 600 people participated in the 10th annual Rare Disease Week on Capitol Hill 2021, held virtually July 14–22, to advocate for the rare disease community. Hosted by the ... Read more

July 29, 2021July 29, 2021

US Patient Groups Give Thumbs-Up to Rule Against Surprise Billing

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The National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) is applauding the Biden administration for announcing a rule to protect consumers from surprise medical billing, in a joint statement with 26 other ... Read more

July 26, 2021July 26, 2021

Study Links New Mutations in Non-coding Regions to Hypoparathyroidism

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Some mutations in non-coding regions of the calcium-sensing receptor (CASR) gene change the function of the resulting protein and are associated with hypoparathyroidism, a study suggests. While mutations in non-coding ... Read more