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READ MORE >...85258 is a free, confidential, anonymous text support service. You can text from wherever you are in the UK.: https://giveusashout.org/get-help/ MIND have a list of other crisis services here: https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/guides-to-support-and-services/crisis-services/helplines-listening-services/......
READ MORE >...More information about the Covid-19 vaccination programme is available here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/priority-groups-for-coronavirus-covid-19-vaccination-advice-from-the-jcvi-30-december-2020/joint-committee-on-vaccination-and-immunisation-advice-on-priority-groups-for-covid-19-vaccination-30-december-2020#fn:3 Why you should register with your GP as a carer: https://www.carersuk.org/help-and-advice/health/looking-after-your-health/your-gp Unique’s Carers Wellbeing guide: https://www.rarechromo.org/practical-guides-for-families/ Guidance on shielding and protecting people......
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READ MORE >...Text SHOUT to 85258 for immediate support, 24/7. Shout 85258 is a free, confidential, anonymous text support service. You can text from wherever you are in the UK.: https://giveusashout.org/get-help/ MIND......
READ MORE >...for? Click below to download the competition….. Click here to enter the 2019 Gene the Bear Colouring Competition When you’re ready, just email a scan of the finished, coloured-in version......
READ MORE >...craig@rarechromo.org ….. he’ll be pleased to hear from you. Wear that you care! Our awareness wristbands and discreet pin badges are available from our online shop. Click here or visit......
READ MORE >...2nd and 3rd place. 9am (BST) Quiz: https://www.virtualquizevents.com/quiz/friday-funday-15-minute-quiz/ 5pm (BST) Quiz: https://www.virtualquizevents.com/quiz/friday-funday-15-minute-quiz-2/ Mindfulness Taster Session Join in our Mindfulness Taster Session on Zoom – from 19.45 to 20.30 BST on......
READ MORE >...embryos that form during IVF treatment. It is used to detect common or suspected genetic disorders. There are different types of PGT. PGT-A preimplantation genetic testing for aneuploidies. This test...
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READ MORE >...pages they visited. Click here for an overview of privacy at Google For further information please email info@rarechromo.org or rarechromo@aol.com Last edited by Beverly Searle BSc(Hons) PhD CBiol MRSB 5th...
READ MORE >Keeping you informed To read and download any of our practical guides for families, including our brand new Self-Isolation Resources Guide, click View below. If you would like to see...
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READ MORE >...please email us at volunteer@rarechromo.org We will ask you to complete a short form and, if appropriate, offer a short, informal interview to ensure we meet each other’s expectations, answer......
READ MORE >...https://authors.elsevier.com/a/1c88o6EIwShwqA Feedback Survey for the checklist https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/RJKBP8W Vagus Nerve Stimulation Could Help Treat Behavior in PWS www.fpwr.org/blog/study-shows-vagus-nerve-stimulation-could-help-treat-behavior-in-pws Cerebra Legal Rights Service www.cerebra.org.uk/get-advice-support/legal-entitlements-problem-solving-project/ From...
READ MORE >...mental health problem, you are not alone in feeling the way you do. Check out our wellbeing support page at https://rarechromo.org/wellbeing/ and also our crisis and support page at https://rarechromo.org/crisis-support/...
READ MORE >...interpreting your/your child’s genetic report, please get in touch with Unique (help@rarechromo.org) or contact your local Genetics service. You may also find Unique’s Glossary of Genetic / Genomic terms helpful....
READ MORE >In addition to our Information Guides to specific rare chromosome and gene disorders, we now have a range of free to download practical guides for families. These are free to...
READ MORE >...from Contact: https://contact.org.uk/advice-and-support/covid-19/children-with-health-needs/covid-vaccination-your-questions-answered/ More information about the Covid-19 vaccination programme is available here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/priority-groups-for-coronavirus-covid-19-vaccination-advice-from-the-jcvi-30-december-2020/joint-committee-on-vaccination-and-immunisation-advice-on-priority-groups-for-covid-19-vaccination-30-december-2020#fn:3 Why you should register with your GP as a carer: https://www.carersuk.org/help-and-advice/health/looking-after-your-health/your-gp Unique’s Carers Wellbeing guide: https://www.rarechromo.org/practical-guides-for-families/...
READ MORE >Just published and available free of charge, Information Guides to: 8p inverted duplication and deletion – click here to read and download 15q11.2 microduplications – click here Further Education, Training...
READ MORE >...you are outside the UK, please check your country’s guidelines (e.g. for the US: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html ). Please see the WellChild website for a clear 10 point plan and information specifically...
READ MORE >...30,000 people worldwide costs about 300 Grand. I mean that’s your average Premiership footballer’s weekly wage. Find out more and donate by going to Unique’s website www.rarechromo.org . Thank you!...
READ MORE >...small prize. 5 runner-ups will have their colouring competitions pictures posted on Unique’s website and social media pages. Any questions? Email Arti at arti@rarechromo.org Happy Colouring! Unique’s-Christmas-Colouring-Competition (JPEG)Download Unique’s-Christmas-Colouring-Competition (PDF)Download...
READ MORE >...www.rarechromo.org Applications in writing, with full CV, on email to craig@rarechromo.org to Craig Mitchell, Chief Operating Officer, Unique, by 5pm on Monday, June 7th 2021. Interviews will take place during...
READ MORE >...be overwhelming. Lulu is a real ‘people person’. Wherever she goes in London, someone will come up and introduce themselves to Lulu’s companion, saying, “I know Lucy from school/college/a playscheme/an...
READ MORE >...you’re sharing with them. Interested in getting involved? Find out more by visiting their website (www.mrcc.org.uk/education-engagement/werrare/) and send in your expression of interest by 5.00pm on Sunday 11th February 2024....
READ MORE >Meet Lucy and her Mum, Martina! Lucy has a 10q26.3 deletion and 2q35 duplication. Martina says, “Lucy is an absolute joy. She is a wonderful little girl. She is so...
READ MORE >...role of a Genetic Counsellor in the NHS. It covers why you might be offered an appointment and what you’re likely to discuss. Please click below to watch it. https://youtu.be/eW5BZ2VA1Vo...
READ MORE >We’ve just published a brand new picture book for children. ‘My Chromosome Story’, written by Seonaid Beaumont is aimed at children with a 1q21.1 microduplication but contains lots of information...
READ MORE >...was the word ‘genome’ created? 8. Name a radioisotope that has been used for radiolabelling in Sanger Sequencing: 9. How many members does Unique have (+/- 100)? 10. How many languages...
READ MORE >...course!). Leo’s mum Katie sent us this: My name is Leo. I am 8 and a half. 2 and a half years ago I was diagnosed with KBG Syndrome, a...
READ MORE >...about the current needs expressed by patients and caregivers. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to get in touch at Julie.mcmullan@qub.ac.uk or visit https://www.qub.ac.uk/sites/RareDisease/News/IMPaCCtStudy-investigatingtheimpactofCOVID-19oncaregiversandpatients.html Survey link: https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/IMPACCTsurvey...
READ MORE >...would like to book to attend the webinar, this is the link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/delivering-different-news-to-families-by-healthcare-professionals-tickets-245707306167 Please note. This is not being run by Unique. Should you have any questions, please email esther.mugweni@ihv.org.uk...
READ MORE >...click here to read a copy of the letter or post the following into your browser: www.rarechromo.org/files/dsletter21 In addition to Unique, the other organisations to have signed the letter are:...
READ MORE >...Georgia, regarding the translation of our Unique guides. Dr. Tkemaladze is a clinical geneticist, as well as the head of the Department of Molecular and Medical Genetics at Tbilisi State Medical University. Dr. Tkemaladze explained that...
READ MORE >...English. Many Swedes are good at speaking and understanding English on a daily basis, but when it comes to reading or writing, that might be a whole different story. With...
READ MORE >...will reopen on the 4th January 2021. During this period, you may find the information on our website useful: www.rarechromo.org. We will still have some great content going out across...
READ MORE >...undiagnosed disorders including those associated with intellectual disabilities and neurodevelopmental disorders. ESHG-Y is the European Society of Human Genetics Young genetics specialists members network. View our information guides at www.rarechromo.org/disorder-guides...
READ MORE >...Genomic Test Directory play in delivering diagnoses and links to potential treatments for people living with a rare chromosome or gene disorder. Here is a home video from Gavin about...
READ MORE >...face. Please take the opportunity to complete the survey using the link below by Friday 29th November 2019 and make sure your voice is heard. The survey link is: https://dhsc-mail.co.uk/form/Sx1iaZDJ/12fe439d08333dcf0e23be36/...
READ MORE >...13th July 2019 at Wills Memorial Building. Please click here to open a flyer about the event. The event is by registration. To register, you need to email KBGfamilyday@gmail.com ...
READ MORE >...evolving and their approach to analysis. Click here to read a highlights blog and find a list of the Q&As. You can view a recording of the webinar here: https://vimeo.com/775813073/b6f9e19ccb...
READ MORE >...something for all tastes. Check them out at our Shop. Just click Shop above to buy yours today. Below are just two of the designs (available in packs of 10):...
READ MORE >...Shwetha Ramachandrappa and Consultant Genetic Counsellor Dr. Vishakha Tripathi, the aim is to cut through some of the more complex terms in an accessible, straightforward way. We think this ‘jargon buster’ from...
READ MORE >...Cardiff University. Recruitment to the study will primarily be through Unique and Francesca is hoping to interview between 10-15 people in total. This brand new research study will focus on...
READ MORE >...taking part in the study will complete some fun language activities on the computer. Families are free to choose whether their child plays the games with their family at home...
READ MORE >...any further information, please contact Hannah via email- thomash66@cardiff.ac.uk or telephone- 02920 688757. Note. This study is not being run by Unique. Please address any queries to the research team....
READ MORE >...disorders. Please click here to go to our selection of practical family guides where you can download this and other guides for free. Unique Practical Guide to help Young Carers...
READ MORE >...Your children will also complete some computerized puzzles and quizzes. We will ask for a blood and/or saliva sample to help us to further understand the underlying causes of the...
READ MORE >...genetic counselling. She is due to qualify as a registered genetic counsellor in 2020. Since the beginning of my training I have heard about Unique. In NHS clinical genetics departments,...
READ MORE >...rare disease community. The survey received a fantastic 6,293 responses from the community! Using the results from the survey, an Editorial Board of policy officials, representatives from clinical practice and...
READ MORE >...take part in an interview (which can be conducted in English, German or French). Participants are eligible to take part whether they accepted or declined NIPT. For further information please...
READ MORE >New guidance is available for people living in England who were previously advised to shield. Children who are clinically extremely vulnerable are advised not to attend school. Appropriate arrangements should...
READ MORE >...rare genetic variants associated with intellectual disability. Click here to read the full paper. A summary is also available in written and video format on the Imagine ID website: https://imagine-id.org/news/imagine-id-research-publication/...
READ MORE >...of the issues faced by Unique families, particularly in the early days. Please click here to read more about Anita. If you would like to contact her, please email anita@rarechromo.org ...
READ MORE >...planned. If your employer supports a charity, why not nominate us. We can help with any information or support you need. Just drop us a line on email to craig@rarechromo.org...
READ MORE >...email Grainne Colligan on grainnec@safh.org.uk, Dr Saghira Malik Sharif on saghiram.sharif@nhs.net or Dr Shwetha Ramachandrappa on Shwetha.Ramachandrappa@gstt.nhs.uk. Your contribution will shape the research we do and how we communicate it....
READ MORE >...inform the care of families, both now, and in the future. What is involved with taking part? Our study involves working with both UCL and Cardiff University. The Cardiff Team...
READ MORE >...even just supports a charity from time to time, why not think about nominating Unique? Just email craig@rarechromo.org if you have any questions or need some information about the charity....
READ MORE >...Ramachandrappa and Consultant Genetic Counsellor Dr. Vishakha Tripathi, the aim is to cut through some of the more complex terms in an accessible, straightforward way. We think this ‘jargon buster’...
READ MORE >Hi there…. I’m Unique’s Finance Officer, having joined in April 2017. My background is in Compensation and Benefits within Human Resources so I have always enjoyed working with numbers......
READ MORE >...this role, I am completing a Masters in Genomic Medicine at Imperial College London. I have worked as a carer in my local community in various positions, have completed a...
READ MORE >...I will be studying an MSc in Genetic and Genomic Counselling at Cardiff University. I look forward to speaking to and meeting many more Unique families. Francesca Wicks BSc(Hons) francesca@rarechromo.org...
READ MORE >...fundraising, making a donation or if you have any skills that you feel may be of use to Unique. Email craig@rarechromo.org or call +44(0)1883 723306 Craig Mitchell BA(Hons), PGCE, MInstF(Dip)...
READ MORE >...mine who works as a paediatrician recommended getting in touch with Unique. As a doctor, she knew how valuable the accurate and compassionate information provided by Unique was to families....
READ MORE >...have any questions or would like to join or know more about Unique: sarah@rarechomo.org. Sarah Wynn PhD is the editor of the Unique website. This is an explanation of her...
READ MORE >...happy to have been given the opportunity to join Unique in 2015 as one of the Information Officers. I am responsible for researching and writing or updating Unique’s information guides......
READ MORE >Hi, I am Anita and I am delighted to join the Unique team. Professionally I have worked as a Midwife for the last 26 years.......
READ MORE >Hello, I am Gemma. I work as an Administration Officer for Unique. My main job is to keep the database updated and I am currently engaged in a rolling programme...
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