What are rare diseases?
This course has been developed to give learners an introduction into rare diseases and provide examples of rare conditions.
Wondering what the general public knows about rare diseases?
Vox Pop on Rare Disease, filmed in 2025, shows what the general public knows about rare diseases and what they think can be done to support people living with them.
Disclaimer: This video was organised and funded by Alexion. All participants’ views are their own.
Resource type
Course
Skill level
Beginner
Duration
Est. less than 1 hour
Last updated
February 2022
Resource type
Course
Skill level
Beginner
Duration
Est. less than 1 hour
Last updated
February 2022
What will you learn?
- What is a rare disease and what is a genetic condition
- How are rare diseases defined across the globe
- Examples of rare diseases
- What do rare diseases have in common
Who is this course for?
This course is designed for anyone new to the field of rare diseases, or anyone looking to top up their knowledge of the basics.
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