Tag: Rare Diseases


  • Uncovering DRPLA: The Heartbreaking Impact of a Rare Disease in Wales

    Uncovering DRPLA: The Heartbreaking Impact of a Rare Disease in Wales

    Understanding DRPLA: A Rare Neurological Disorder Dentatorubral-pallidoluysian atrophy (DRPLA) is an inherited and progressive neurological disorder that has tragically impacted the lives of families in South Wales. Originally believed to primarily affect individuals of Japanese descent, a pivotal 2007 research study revealed a concerning prevalence of this condition in Wales, leading to a growing cluster…