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Interview with Professor John Wass, Clinical Advisory Panel chair

To mark Addison’s Disease Day, Professor John Wass shares his expertise on Addison’s disease, endocrinology and improving patient care. Discover his work with the ADSHG, adrenal crisis education and efforts to raise awareness and standards of care across the NHS.

29 May 2021

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Adam's Story: The AI Warrior!

Read Adam’s inspiring story of living with Addison’s disease and how he created The AI Warrior to raise awareness of rare conditions. Discover how his love of Fortnite, creativity and determination are helping him connect with the Addison’s community.

27 May 2021

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Why Salt

Why do people with Addison's disease and adrenal insufficiency often crave salty, sour and acidic foods? Professor Simon Pearce explains the important role of aldosterone, fludrocortisone and salt balance, and why listening to your body's salt cravings can help you manage symptoms more effectively.

27 May 2021

Bringing Emergency Injection Kits to Brazil

Discover how the Brazilian Addison's patient organisation ABA worked with international partners to make emergency hydrocortisone injection kits available across Brazil, and why their #HidrocortisonaJÁ campaign is vital for people living with adrenal insufficiency.

22 April 2021

Behind the Research: Fasting with Adrenal Insufficiency

Learn about the research behind a new patient leaflet on fasting during Ramadan for people living with adrenal insufficiency. Discover expert guidance, practical safety advice and insights from endocrinology specialist Dr Shazia Hussain on reducing the risks of fasting.

6 April 2021

ADSHG Featured in The Guardian: Rare Disease Supplement 2020

1 March 2021

Kristian's Story: Adapting to Addison's

Diagnosed with Addison's disease at just 16, Kristian shares how he learned to adapt, build confidence and embrace life with a long-term condition. His story is one of resilience, self-acceptance and determination to make a difference.

23 February 2021

Winners of the 2020 ADSHG Research Grants

Each year, the ADSHG funds promising research designed to improve diagnosis, treatment and quality of life for people affected by Addison's disease and adrenal insufficiency. The 2020 Research Grant Awards celebrated two projects addressing critical unmet needs: accelerating the diagnosis of rare diseases through innovative technology and creating a more accessible emergency injection device for people at risk of adrenal crisis.

19 February 2021

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UK Rare Diseases Framework Launched 2020

The UK Rare Diseases Framework sets out a shared vision for improving the lives of people living with rare conditions, including Addison's disease and adrenal insufficiency. Discover the framework's key priorities and what they could mean for diagnosis, treatment, awareness and access to specialist care across the UK.

14 January 2021

Vinoj's Story: Creating an Addison's Anthem

After being diagnosed with Addison's disease following months of unexplained symptoms, Vinoj Suthakaran turned his experience into Temple to Castle, a powerful song about resilience, adaptation, and hope

5 January 2021

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