Alone we are rare. Together we are strong.
1 in 10 Americans are living with a rare disease. By combining our voice with other rare diseases real legislative change is possible! NTSAD works closely with the National Organization of Rare Disorders (NORD) to support legislative issues important to the NTSAD family.
In recent years the NTSAD family has successfully advocated for the passage of the Genetic Non-Discrimination Act (GINA) which protects against discrimination based on genetic information. NTSAD also supported legislation that requires public access to research funded by federal funds. We can make a difference!
A simple phone call or email to your representatives is very powerful. Visit NORD to learn about current initiatives and updates on issues such as the Rare Disease Congressional Caucus, off-label drug use, medical foods such as high caloric formulas and compassionate allowances for Social Security.
The NORD Take Action Now section is filled with helpful tips for contacting your representatives. NTSAD is happy to provide free brochures and educational materials for congressional visits.
National Tay-Sachs & Allied Diseases Association
2001 Beacon Street
Suite 204
Boston, MA 02135
info@ntsad.org
800-906-8723 phone
617-277-0134 fax
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Other valuable resources
Rare Disease Legislative Advocates
www.rarediseaselegislativeadvocates.org
Kakkis Every Life Foundation
www.kakkis.org
Genetic Alliance
www.geneticalliance.org
