What Is Erdheim-Chester Disease? A Simple Explanation

What Is Erdheim-Chester Disease? A Simple Explanation

Erdheim-Chester Disease, also called ECD, is a very rare kind of blood cancer. It is so rare that some medical articles estimate that only about 2,000 cases around the world have been documented. Our bodies have special cells called histiocytes. Normally, these cells...
Meet Ziggy the Zebra: Our New Mascot with a Big Mission!

Meet Ziggy the Zebra: Our New Mascot with a Big Mission!

https://www.erdheim-chester.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/A_realistic_cinematic_202508181055_yfmfz-1.mp4   The Erdheim-Chester Disease Global Alliance (ECDGA) is excited to introduce our newest team member—Ziggy the Zebra! Ziggy isn’t your average zebra. Ziggy...
Looking Ahead: Erdheim-Chester Disease Awareness Week Is Coming Soon

Looking Ahead: Erdheim-Chester Disease Awareness Week Is Coming Soon

As we move into the final weeks of summer, the Erdheim-Chester Disease Global Alliance (ECDGA) is preparing for one of the most impactful moments of the year—Erdheim-Chester Disease Awareness Week, observed globally from September 8 through 13. This dedicated week is...
Watch the 2025 Patient & Family Gathering Sessions Now on YouTube

Watch the 2025 Patient & Family Gathering Sessions Now on YouTube

The ECD Global Alliance (ECDGA) is proud to announce the release of the complete video recordings from the 2025 Annual Patient & Family Gathering in Barcelona. If you were unable to attend in person or would like to revisit the incredible insights shared by global...