SUCCESS: TALENT meeting report

The 7th edition of the TALENT (Transition Adolescence and young aduLts – Endocrine diseases managemenT) conference took place on February 11-12, 2025, at the “Roma Eventi” congress center in Rome, Piazza della Pilotta 5. The event, officially endorsed by Endo-ERN, welcomed approximately 200 participants, including leading international experts in rare endocrine diseases.

 

A unique and longstanding feature of TALENT, present since its first edition, is its strong editorial activity, with dedicated working groups composed of both young and senior experts. These groups convene before the start of each conference to develop high-quality scientific papers focused on the key challenges [...]

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WINNER: 2025 Patient Partnership Good Practice Challenge

Congratulations to Johan de Graaf and Petra Bruegmann for their recent win of the Eurordis 2025 Patient Partnership Good Practice Challenge! The aim of this initiative is to recogise outstanding examples of collaboration between patient representative and healthcare professionals within European Reference Networks (ERNs). This initiative has spotlighted innovative practices that enhance patient engagement and foster valuable partnerships between patients and healthcare professionals across the Networks, improving healthcare for people living with a rare or complex condition.

Johan and Petra are leading an initiative that aims to provide some light by mapping inequities in endocrine drug provision across Europe. The [...]

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ACTIVE: ePAG Association GRANDIR

Endo-ERN ePAG, Nathalie Ferard represents Association GRANDIR and has kindly provided an update newsletter on the many activities and resources available from the organisation.

Activities/resources include:

participation at national and international medical meetings family videoconference meetings to discuss growth hormone issues podcast on injection ritual to help reduce potential anxiety (French) supporting Miss Small Beauty competition

 

 

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NEW: Materials from the European Commission for Rare Disease Day

To mark Rare Disease Day, the European Commission published several resources celebrating the dedication and expertise of the European Reference Networks that make a tangible difference to the lives of patients with rare diseases and their families. Check them out below!

EU delivering on rare diseases for patients and families

How the European Commission works for Rare Diseases and the European Reference Networks (ERNs)

European Reference Networks: A success story for patients living with rare disease

 

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NEW: Clinical Practice Recommendations for the Diagnosis and Treatment of X-linked hypophosphataemia

New evidence-based guidelines were recently published. Topics covered include:

Diagnosis of XLH Initial evaluation of the presence and severity of complications of |X-linked hypophosphaeaemia Definitions of responses to therapy in patients with X-linked hypophosphataemia Recommendations for follow-up of patients with X-linked hypophosphataemia Treatment of children and adult with X-linked hypophosphataemia Recommendations for management of burosumab in children Recommendations for management of oral phosphate and active vitamin D in children Recommendations for the prevention and managment of hyperparathyroidism Recommendations for recombinant human growth hormone Recommendations for musculoskeletal treatment Recommendations for managment of pregnant or lactating patients Recommendations for [...]

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REGISTER NOW: World Orphan Drug Congress 2025

Endo-ERN is delighted to be a partner of The World Orphan Drug Congress Europe. This event is the largest and most established orphan drug & rare disease event worldwide. Meet over 2000 attendees, hear from 250 leading speakers, and connect with 130 exhibitors as we bring together experts from the start-to-finish of orphan drugs. From regulation and policy, to global pricing and gene therapy.

With this partnership we are delighted to inform you that Endo-ERN members are eligible for a free VIP pass. You can apply now.

 

27 October 2025 | Pre-Congress Workshops
28-29 October [...]

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CALL OPEN: DeCODe project call for support to assist devleopers of paediatric and orphan medical devices

This opportunity is open to a wide range of developers, including academics, individual researchers, startups, industry stakeholders, organisations from diverse settings, and patient-led initiatives. Support is available for both new device development and the adaptation of existing products to better serve paediatric and orphan populations.

 

Successful applicants will receive guidance from two dedicated innovation coaches to help advance their development goals. Assistance is offered across various stages of the product lifecycle, with tailored support in areas such as:

 

✔ Business and funding advice

✔ Network building

✔ Technical guidance

✔ Regulatory support

✔ Infrastructure for (pre-)clinical testing

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Endo-ERN Endorsed Event: VIIIth ISPAD/VAPES Postgraduate Course and Conference – Diabetes and Rare Disease Course

Save the date and register now!

After the success of the previous ISPAD/VAPES meetings local organizers (Varna Pediatric Endocrine Society, VAPES) aim to attract any interested pediatric endocrinologists, pediatricians, postgraduate trainees, medical students and nurses in 2025.

Topics covered at this event include:

Turner Syndrome McCune-Albright Syndrome Early-onset Autoimmune Diabetes

You can check out the complete programme including details of the international speakers and how to register.

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REGISTER: Endo-ERN Endorsed SYMPOSIUM PRADER-WILLI SYNDROME

An Endo-ERN endorsed event from member UZ Leuven – check out the full programme. REGISTER now or send an email for more information.

Organisers: Prof. Dr. Anne Rochtus, paediatric endocrinology & Marleen Jannis, administrative staff member

9:00: Welcome with coffee and tea Morning – Plenary sessions 09:20 Welcome (Prof. Anne Rochtus)
09:30 Prader-Willi syndrome from the past to the present (Prof. Annick Vogels)
10:00 Benefits of growth hormone for young and old (Prof. Anita Hokken-Koelega)
10:30 Overview of studies and new therapies (Prof. Anne Rochtus and Dr. Tessa Wassenberg)
11:00 Coffee [...]

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