Do you have a patient or colleague who has demonstrated extraordinary commitment to advancing understanding of rare diseases or improving the lives of those affected by rare diseases? January 13th is the deadline to nominate individuals for NORD’s Rare Impact Awards. Nominations can be submitted through the NORD website.
NORD’s Rare Impact Awards ceremony will take place on May 18, 2017, in the amphitheater of the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center, the largest structure in Washington, DC, and the first and only federal building dedicated to both federal and private use. More than 500 distinguished guests are expected to attend. Registration will be available soon on the NORD website .
The Rare Impact Awards honor individuals and organizations for commitment to improving the lives of patients and families affected by rare diseases. Nominees may include patients, caregivers, clinicians, researchers, advocates, and others who in some way have contributed to the greater good of the community. Nominations are also being sought for organizations that have helped drive better understanding of rare diseases and/or improved care for those affected.