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UZ Leuven is officially becoming the reference hospital for coordinating care for all people with Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB) in Belgium
UZ Leuven and NIHDI have signed a key convention, enabling tailored care plans and coordinated support for EB patients, a major step forward in rare disease care.
Jul 3


NEW! Management of Oesophageal Strictures in Inherited EB: a Clinical Practice Guideline now published
This is an essential tool for health professionals, highlighting management priorities in the care of oesophageal strictures in inherited epidermolysis bullosa (EB) and provide clinicians access to recommended diagnostic, treatment, and preventative care options.
Jun 5


Abeona Therapeutics Inc receives FDA approval for ZEVASKYNâ„¢ cell-based gene therapy
The FDA has approved ZEVASKYNâ„¢ (prademagene zamikeracel), the third therapy available for individuals with epidermolysis bullosa (EB)
Apr 29


DEBRA Jordan's Educational Day for Patients with EB on the Importance of Oral & Dental Healthcare
An Educational Day was organised for patients with EB and some Healthcare Specialists to highlight the importance of oral health in Jordan.
Feb 27


Take part: RHEACELL phase 3 clinical trial on systemic stem cell therapy for wound healing in RDEB/JEB
A new clinical trial is looking for 74 patients with severe forms of EB in renowned study centers across the world.
Sep 19, 2024


DEBRA International attends the 2024 EWMA Conference
DEBRA International held two sessions and a booth at the 2024 EWMA in London.
Jul 25, 2024


Take part in new BUR-EB project to improve EB care in Europe
BUR-EB's new study aims to assess patients’ quality of life and the financial burden of EB on their families.
Jul 15, 2024


Belgian Minister visits the EB-clinic at the University Hospital of Leuven
During the visit, Belgian Minister made an important announcement for better care for patients suffering with four types of rare diseases.
Jun 18, 2024


DEBRA Croatia marks Rare Disease Day 2024
DEBRA Croatia marks Rare Disease Day with three new workshops for policy makers and students.
Mar 25, 2024


NEW! Neonatal Care in EB: a Clinical Practice Guideline now published
It highlights management priorities in neonatal EB care and provide clinicians access to recommended treatment and preventative care options
Jan 10, 2024


Last call to get patients involved in the GRIDD study
The online survey takes 10-20 minutes to complete and is open only until December 31, 2023.
Dec 21, 2023


Chiesi Global Rare Diseases receives FDA approval for FILSUVEZ® topical gel for the treatment of EB
FILSUVEZ topical gel is indicated for the treatment of partial thickness wounds in patients 6 months and older with Junctional and...
Dec 20, 2023


DEBRA France holds 4th annual EB professionals meeting in Paris
The DEBRA France Association organized its 4th annual meeting of epidermolysis bullosa professionals at the Necker Hospital in Paris.
Dec 18, 2023


New international research projects from DEBRA Austria and EB Resnet
Contracts for two new research projects have been successfully issued by EB Resnet 2022.
Dec 15, 2023


Building smiles and empowering Butterfly Children- research and webinar on oral health and QoL
DEBRA Indonesia hosted a free webinar to increase awareness and knowledge of oral and dental health for EB patients
Aug 21, 2023


DEBRA Spain's work in funding research, international collaboration, and EB healthcare
DEBRA Spain are delighted to announce they will be dedicating €100,000 to a research project to develop a topical gel to treat RDEB wounds.
Aug 21, 2023


LifeArc and DEBRA Austria launch £2.5m funding call for repurposing therapies for EB
This Special call will seek innovative proposals to develop therapeutics for severe unmet needs that can be brought rapidly to EB patients.
Jul 14, 2023


Celebrating two years of support in Indonesia: a recap of DEBRA Indonesia's events
The group has held several online and in-person events to cater for its EB patient and healthcare communities in the archipelagic country.
Jun 26, 2023


DEBRA South Africa takes part in Dermatology Nursing Workshop
The nurses were educated on EB and how to take care of babies' wounds with the resources available to them in their respective centres.
Jun 26, 2023


Video highlights of DEBRA Ukraine's activities supporting its members during war time
The video demonstrates the sterling work by the group to support its members and EB patient community in times of extreme adversity.
Jun 13, 2023
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