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Rare and orphan diseases: a challenge for individuals and society

By Denis Méthot | January 22 2020 01:40PM

Photo: Amos Nzamba

There are more than 7,000 around the world. Sometimes they only affect a few dozen people. Their treatment costs a fortune. Welcome to the world of rare and orphan diseases, which pose a challenge for individuals and society.

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