Get Ready for Barcelona: A Guide for ECD Travelers

Get Ready for Barcelona: A Guide for ECD Travelers

Traveling can be exciting—but for individuals living with Erdheim-Chester Disease (ECD), it can also come with added considerations. Whether you’re attending your very first ECDGA Patient & Family Gathering or returning to reconnect with the community, preparing...
Be Part of the Solution: Ways to Contribute to ECDGA’s Mission

Be Part of the Solution: Ways to Contribute to ECDGA’s Mission

Every voice matters in the journey toward better understanding and treating Erdheim-Chester Disease (ECD).Whether you’re newly diagnosed, caring for a loved one, or simply looking to make a difference, there are powerful ways to get involved through the...
What Is Erdheim-Chester Disease?

What Is Erdheim-Chester Disease?

An Introduction for Those Newly Diagnosed If you or a loved one has recently received a diagnosis of Erdheim-Chester Disease (ECD), you may be feeling overwhelmed, confused, or even scared. That’s completely understandable. ECD is an ultra-rare condition, and most...
Why a Multidisciplinary Team Matters for ECD Patients

Why a Multidisciplinary Team Matters for ECD Patients

Erdheim-Chester Disease (ECD) is a complex and rare condition that can affect multiple organs and systems in the body. From the bones and heart to the kidneys and brain, ECD’s impact is often widespread. Because of this, a team-based, multidisciplinary approach to...
Managing Fatigue While Living with Erdheim-Chester Disease

Managing Fatigue While Living with Erdheim-Chester Disease

Fatigue is one of the most common—and often most frustrating—challenges faced by individuals living with Erdheim-Chester Disease (ECD). This isn’t just feeling tired at the end of a long day. Chronic fatigue associated with ECD can impact nearly every aspect of daily...