CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -The Rare Disease Day theme 2022: “Share Your Colors.” History of the day: The first Rare Disease Day was coordinated by the European Organisation for Rare Diseases (EURORDIS) and held on February 29, 2008 in numerous European nations and in Canada through the Canadian Organization for Rare Disorders.

Detailed explanation-2: -The main objective of Rare Disease Day is to raise awareness amongst the general public and decision-makers about rare diseases and their impact on patients’ lives.

Detailed explanation-3: -Each year, the slogan for NIH’s event has been “Patients & Researchers-Partners for Life.” This slogan aligns with NCATS’s philosophy that researchers must work closely with patients, families, caregivers and advocacy groups to maximize the chances for success in advancing rare diseases research.

Detailed explanation-4: -Global Measures The NIH plans for holding a virtual event (which involves panel discussions, virtual exhibitors, rare diseases stories, and scientific posters) for the rare disease day on February 28, 2022 (Monday) from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. EST.

Detailed explanation-5: -The zebra has become the official symbol of rare diseases in the United States. In honor of our shared mascot we wear striped clothing and accessories to show our support of those lives impacted by a rare disease.