Rare Disease Day is an international event held on the last day of February to raise awareness about the impact of rare diseases on patients’ lives and to emphasize the need for research. To mark Rare Disease Day, each year the Broad Institute organizes a Focus on Rare Disease event showcasing rare disease research in our community. We are also proud to host the Beyond the Diagnosis art exhibit each spring, featuring portraits of children with rare diseases.
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