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Rare Disease Families Voice Concern Over Drug Pricing Policies

Jun 10, 2026

Rare diseases affect an estimated 25-30 million Americans, yet 95% lack FDA-approved treatments. Families affected by conditions like SLC6A1-related disorders and Anti-IgLON5 Autoimmune Encephalitis voice concerns about drug pricing policies that could slow medical innovation. Advocates urge lawmakers to protect research investment while sharing stories of diagnostic challenges and treatment breakthroughs.

MRI Biomarkers Gain Ground as Endpoints in Neurodegenerative Disease Trials and Diagnosis

Jun 03, 2026

Quantitative and functional MRI techniques are gaining traction as biomarkers in neurodegenerative diseases. A consensus statement provides MRI endpoint recommendations for clinical trials in hereditary ataxias like SCA and Friedreich ataxia. Separately, research shows resting-state fMRI can distinguish subtypes of multiple system atrophy and may improve early diagnosis.