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A landmark moment for the WHA Resolution on rare diseases
On February 4, 2025, RDI officially submitted the #Resolution4Rare for consideration by the World Health Assembly (WHA) Executive Board.
Feb 11


President's Report 2024
As 2024 draws to a close, DEBRA International reflects on a year of remarkable achievements and progress its support to those affected by EB
Jan 9


Second meeting of DEBRA International Roundtable of Companies
On Thursday, 28th November 2024, the second annual meeting of DEBRA International's Roundtable of Companies took place in Dublin, Ireland.
Dec 16, 2024


Strengthening community and knowledge: The National Meeting by DEBRA Spain/Piel de Mariposa
DEBRA Spain/Piel de Mariposa hosted its annual National Meeting, from October 3 to 6 in Estepona (Málaga).
Dec 1, 2024


DIYC at the DEBRA Care Conference in Atlanta
An update on the DEBRA International Youth Council (DIYC) attendance at the DEBRA Care Conference.
Sep 25, 2024


The European Society for Dermatological Research (ESDR) Review
ESDR was held in Lisbon at the beginning of September. DEBRA Spain represented DEBRA International and held a talk about EB.
Sep 25, 2024


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 20, 2024


JLA study: A giant global thank you from DEBRA UK
A summary of the JLA study results, along with a big thank you from DEBRA UK for your participation.
Sep 13, 2024


DEBRA International President Ritu Jain elected as new RDI Council Officer
Rare Diseases International announced the results of the recent RDI Council elections, with DI president Ritu Jain elected as Secretary.
Sep 2, 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


1st MENA Region and African International EB Congress 2024 Report
The official report on the 1st MENA Region and African International EB Congress, which took place in Cairo, Egypt on 25th - 28th April 2024
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 19, 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


DEBRA International Youth Council
Introducing the DEBRA International Youth Council! Find out about their mission, their vision and meet their team.
Mar 6, 2024


DEBRA groups attend ERN Skin's Patient Education Program and Scientific Meeting
ERN Skin held a Patient Education Program and Scientific Meeting for its members. 80 participants enrolled in the two day event.
Feb 28, 2024


Successful DEBRA Piel de Mariposa campaign for a new EB nurse
DEBRA Piel de Mariposa campaign for new nurse successfully raised €26,004.
Feb 28, 2024


Debra Brasil 2023 Congress
The 4th Debra Brasil Congress held in Belo Horizonte marked a significant milestone in the awareness and research of Epidermolysis Bullosa.
Feb 28, 2024


DEBRA International celebrates EURORDIS 2024 Members Award win at the Black Pearl Awards
DEBRA International wins the EURORDIS 2024 Members Award at the Black Pearl Awards
Feb 21, 2024


Was Ist EB? booklet now available to download in German
The popular booklet 'What Is EB/Was Ist EB?' is now available in it's newest translation, German, and free to download.
Feb 8, 2024


Youth Council: To infinity and beyond
The DEBRA International Youth Council: update about what they’ve been up to and what they will focus their efforts on in 2024
Jan 31, 2024


DEBRA groups hold COSEB workshop: working towards harmonization of outcomes in EB
The COSEB workshop was held by the COSEB Steering committee and DEBRA research managers of Austria, France, Ireland, Spain, and the UK.
Jan 31, 2024


DEBRA International wins EURODIS member award
DI has received the EURODIS Member Award for the support of the rare disease community affected by conflicts and natural disasters.
Jan 16, 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
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