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Hermansky-Pudlak Syndrome, a type of albinism that causes low vision as well as a bleeding disorder. It can cause a Crohns-like GI problem/pulmonary fibrosis

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Joined May 2011
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The Hermansky-Pudlak Syndrome Network is proactively using #CTTI #PatientEngagement recs to ensure #patient #inclusion in #raredisease trials. Learn how they’re setting the stage for impactful research! @HPSNetwork bit.ly/HPSNetworkcs
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We are excited for our advocacy speaker today, Donna Appell, RN from the @HPSNetwork whose daughter Ashley has HPS, a bleeding disorder with albinism that also causes a Chrons like bowel disorder and pulmonary fibrosis
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HPS Network retweeted
Our preprint presents #endocannabinoid #anandamide (#CB1R agonist) in blood has both early disease #biomarker and surrogate marker functions in Hermansky Pudlak syndrome pulmonary #fibrosis (#HPSPF) @HPSNetwork
Anandamide is an Early Blood Biomarker of Hermansky-Pudlak Syndrome Pulmonary Fibrosis medrxiv.org/cgi/content/shor… #medRxiv
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This dinosaur wasn’t so scary! What fun from the @HPSNetwork while raising awareness at #ATS2024 #CureHPS
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Great seeing Donna Appell - CEO of @HPSNetwork at #ATS2024
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In collaboration with @boehringerus, we’re hosting a panel with Yankees legend & Latin Grammy nominee Bernie Williams, who will share his personal connection to lung fibrosis. Join us by registering for the 2024 HPS Family Education Day today!
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HPS Network retweeted
En colaboración con  @boehringerus, estamos organizando un panel con la leyenda de los Yankees y nominado a los Grammy Latinos Bernie Williams, quien compartirá su experiencia personal con la fibrosis pulmonar.
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First contact and a very kind and warm welcome by @HPSNetwork people in San Juan (Puerto Rico). Thanks to Enid Rivera, Ilda, @camachoc2000 Donna and the rest of fantastic members of this association who cares for persons with syndromic #albinism Looking forward for the meeting.
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HPS Network retweeted
I AM ALS is appalled by Cigna’s decision to not cover an FDA approved treatment for ALS that extends functionality & life. Cigna needs to immediately reverse this decision. People living with ALS deserve better and don't have time to wait while battling an always fatal disease.
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HPS Network retweeted
One of the first things parents of newly diagnosed parents wonder is, “ What kind of life will they have?” Well, here is Leanna, dancing onstage at Disneyworld! #nolimits #curehps
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Currently, the free, more accessible #COVID19 tests are not available through the online system. Please call 1-800-232-0233 to order the tests. We are working to learn more about when the online system will be available.
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.@HPSNetwork is hosting an externally-led patient focused drug development meeting (EL-PFDD) on 6/10! Listen and learn from patients and caregivers of individuals living with #HermanskyPudlakSyndrome. Register here: bit.ly/3NRppYT #CureHPS
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Proud of @LoyolaHealth @LoyolaIMRES resident Nayana Ramachandra & @LoyolaPCCM fellow @ksiddharthial for report at #ATS2022 w/ encouraging & SAFE outcomes for lung transplant in patients w/ Hermansky Pudlak Syndrome @HPSNetwork @ZaidAbdelsattar @krishnanwarrior @BBPulmDoc @ISHLT
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HPS Network retweeted
Listen to @StoryCollider’s podcast featuring stories from two of our @ChanZuckerberg grantees: @LFSAssociation and @HPSNetwork #RareDisease bit.ly/NotAlonePodcast
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HPS Network retweeted
We’re joining the global community to spread hope and show rare disease patients they aren’t alone by illuminating our offices for #RareDiseaseDay #LightUpForRare
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New @storycollider podcast: 🎧@ChanZuckerberg grantees Jenn Perry of @LFSAssociation and Donna Appell of @HPSNetwork share their stories navigating a #RareDisease diagnosis bit.ly/NotAlonePodcast
The Temple Respiratory Therapist team implemented a new bedside bronchoscopy program to improve the usage of disposable or reusable bronchoscopy devices for patients - enhancing communication among clinicians while also being cost-effective. Read more: bit.ly/3IAFUqF
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HPS Network retweeted
It’s Fall y’all! Couldn’t resist posting one of our cuties enjoying the season. Don’t forget the sunscreen! #curehps
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