Newborn screening for aromatic L-amino acid decarboxylase (AADC) deficiency has been studied, but has not yet been not…
Mary Chapman
Mary graduated from Wayne State University with a degree in journalism. She began her career at United Press International, then spent a decade reporting for the Bureau of National Affairs, Inc. (now Bloomberg Industry Group). Mary has written extensively for The New York Times, and her work has appeared in publications such as Time, Newsweek, Fortune, and the Chicago Tribune. She’s won a Society of Professional Journalists award for outstanding reporting.
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Articles by Mary Chapman
The Rare Diseases Clinical Research Network (RDCRN) has opened an online survey to better understand how the…
The National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) has opened a financial assistance program for people in rare disease community…
What Equipment Will my Child with AADC Deficiency Need?
Children with aromatic l-amino acid decarboxylase (AADC) deficiency may require the help of aids and other special equipment to…
Mindfulness for Those Caring for a Patient With AADC Deficiency
Providing constant care and supervision for a child with aromatic l-amino acid decarboxylase (AADC) deficiency can be emotionally and…
Spoon Theory for AADC Deficiency Caregivers
Caring for a loved one with a chronic illness such as aromatic l-amino acid decarboxylase (AADC) deficiency can be…
Beginning on Feb. 29, Rare Disease Day, chapters from notable scientific books and clinical review articles covering rare disorders will…
An abundance of events are afoot around the world to mark Rare Disease Day 2020 on Feb. 29. The…
Scores of events are afoot worldwide to mark Feb. 28, Rare Disease Day 2019. The activities aim to raise awareness about…
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is updating its 2015 draft guidelines for drug discovery in rare diseases,…