Accessibility

28 February is International Rare Disease Day. It aims to raise awareness of the 300 million people worldwide living with a rare disease and to bring about change for those affected, their families and carers.

People living with rare diseases often face particular challenges and obstacles. The lack of scientific knowledge and reliable information about these diseases often leads to delays in diagnosis. In addition, the need for specialised, high-quality healthcare makes equal access to treatment and care more difficult. Due to the wide variety of rare diseases and the fact that many symptoms initially appear unspecific, misdiagnosis is also common.

The long-term goal of the Rare Disease Day campaign is to ensure equal access to diagnosis, treatment, healthcare, social support and opportunities for all those affected by rare diseases.

The Accessibility Services (ZAB) supports the campaign to raise awareness of rare diseases and sensitise people to the needs of those affected. We support members of Bielefeld University with disability-related challenges and are committed to the visibility of all people with a disability or chronic illness in the university context.

Source: https://www.rarediseaseday.org/what-is-a-rare-disease/