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Advocacy 101: Make Your Story Known For ELSA
Make Your Story Known For ELSA Dealing with a rare condition like ectodermal dysplasia can be very challenging, especially when it comes to navigating the healthcare system. The National Foundation for Ectodermal Dysplasias (NFED) is here to help you get the necessary care. One effective way to achieve this is through legislative advocacy and sharing…
How The Stand Together Conference is Unique This Year
This year’s summer event is going to look a little different than other years. Find out what you can expect when you attend the Stand Together Advocacy Conference and how you’ll leave empowered to advocate for yourself at home and on Capitol Hill!
14 THINGS YOU DIDN’T KNOW ABOUT ECTODERMAL DYSPLASIAS
Learn something new with our list of 14 things you didn’t know about ectodermal dysplasias!
Financial Consultant Gives Heart and Time to Help Her Son’s Tribe
Marianne Vermeer’s “guardian angel” of a dentist encouraged her to get involved with the NFED. She jumped all in becoming an active volunteer and member of the Board of Directors. Read about the powerful moment she had as a volunteer and what she’s learned about children with ectodermal dysplasia.
Top 10 Syndromes that Affect NFED Families
Learn which types of ectodermal dysplasia are the most common among NFED families. Update your profile with the type that affects your family. You and your love ones count!
Finding Success in the Water, in Law and in Love
Lawrence Dillon read John Baker’s ectodermal dysplasia story and discovered they had similar journeys. The champion swimmer and attorney talks about how he, too, has successfully navigated a lifetime of “being different” by facing it head on.
Mom of Teenager Reflects on New Prenatal Treatment for XLHED
Parents can get stuck on the “what ifs” in life and if things could have turned out differently. Becky Abbott reminisces about her son, Aidan’s journey with ectodermal dysplasia and her angst and stress. She can’t help but wonder how it all could have been different had the Edelife clinical trial been an option when she was pregnant.