Saturday 28 February 2026 is ‘rare disease day’ and will help shine a light on the advances in research to help those 300 million people worldwide that are living with a rare disease.
Rare diseases are defined as those that affect fewer than 1 in 2,000 people. Nearly ¾ (72%) of them are genetic diseases. More than 6,000 rare diseases have been identified, including some cancers.[1]
There are a number of research projects around the world trying to identify the basis of new diseases, and ways of helping those children affected. By way of example, in the UK there is the 100,000 Genomes project[2]
Although rare the specific condition can have a major impact on the individual, and their family.
Sadly, sometimes, errors are made by a delay in diagnosis, a delay in treatment or trying an incorrect treatment, leading to additional problems for those affected.
Not all problems are the result of clinical or medical negligence. However, some are and so if you feel that you or a loved one suffered an injury as a result of medical negligence then please contact us if you wish to discuss your potential claim for compensation.
Our expert Medical Negligence team consists of dedicated specialists with many years of experience in bringing successful claims for medical negligence for those who have suffered negligently caused injuries.
We provide an initial free, defined, no obligation, review of your circumstances to see whether there may be grounds for a claim.
Dr Darren Conway PhD[3] is a Solicitor in our Medical Negligence department[4] here at Ward & Rider, specialising in helping those who have suffered an avoidable injury in a medical setting.
If you want to find out more and see how Ward & Rider could help you, click here[5]
Or email us at us enquiry@wardrider.co.uk
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For more information regarding the NHS complaints process, please click HERE[6].
This article does not constitute legal advice and you should contact us directly if you are facing a similar situation.
[1] What is a rare disease? – Rare Disease Day 2026
[2] 100,000 Genomes Project | Genomics England
[3] Dr Darren Conway PhD | Medical Negligence Lawyer at Ward & Rider
[4] Medical Negligence Lawyers and Solicitors | Ward & Rider Solicitors
[5] Contact Ward & Rider Solicitors
[6] NHS England » Feedback and complaints about NHS services
