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ERN ReCONNET joins IgG4-Related Disease Awareness Day
Today, ERN ReCONNET proudly joins the global community in recognizing IgG4-Related Disease (IgG4-RD) Awareness Day — an important occasion to shed light on a rare and often underdiagnosed condition. Did you know?It can take up to 10 years for a patient to receive a correct diagnosis of IgG4-Related Disease. IgG4-RD is a systemic fibroinflammatory disease…...ERN ReCONNET launches Call for Expressions of Interest for Supporting Partners
ERN ReCONNET launches Call for Expressions of Interest for Supporting Partners ERN ReCONNET is pleased to announce the launch of its Call for Expressions of Interest for Supporting Partners (SPs). This call is addressed to external stakeholders who are willing to actively contribute their expertise and bring added value to the Network’s activities on a…...New Endorsed events
ERN ReCONNET is pleased to announce the endorsement of two upcoming scientific meetings, further reinforcing its commitment to advancing knowledge, collaboration, and best practices in the field of rare and complex connective tissue diseases. The first endorsed event, the International Symposium on Sjögren’s Disease (ISSjD 2026), will be held from 29 September to 2 October…...High-Level Conference on Patients’ rights on cross-border healthcare and the ERNs
The high-level conference “Patients’ rights on cross-border healthcare and the European Reference Networks” will take place on 26 March. This event will examine the progress made by the European Union in improving access to cross-border healthcare, while also addressing ongoing challenges related to awareness and effective use of these rights. Although EU citizens are entitled…...ERN ReCONNET illuminates the Leaning Tower of Pisa for Rare Disease Day
ERN ReCONNET marked Rare Disease Day with a powerful and symbolic initiative by illuminating the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa, transforming one of Europe’s most recognisable monuments into a beacon of awareness and solidarity. Set against the night sky, the illuminated tower conveyed a message that extends beyond architecture. Its distinctive tilt reflects themes of…...ERN ReCONNET participates in the Transition in Rare Diseases Workshop in Ghent
ERN ReCONNET actively contributed to the Transition in Rare Diseases Workshop, held on 27–28 February 2026 in Ghent, Belgium. ERN ReCONNET was represented by Edoardo Marrani, Chiara Baldini, and Coralie Bouillot, who contributed to the cross-network dialogue and collaborative work toward improved transition care for people living with rare and complex connective tissue and…...
ern.reconnet(at)ao-pisa.toscana.it
ERN ReCONNET joins IgG4-Related Disease Awareness Day
Today, ERN ReCONNET proudly joins the global community in recognizing IgG4-Related Disease (IgG4-RD) Awareness Day — an important occasion to shed light on a rare and often underdiagnosed condition. Did you know?It can take up to 10 years for a patient to receive a correct diagnosis of IgG4-Related Disease. IgG4-RD is a systemic fibroinflammatory disease…...
ERN ReCONNET launches Call for Expressions of Interest for Supporting Partners
ERN ReCONNET launches Call for Expressions of Interest for Supporting Partners ERN ReCONNET is pleased to announce the launch of its Call for Expressions of Interest for Supporting Partners (SPs). This call is addressed to external stakeholders who are willing to actively contribute their expertise and bring added value to the Network’s activities on a…...
New Endorsed events
ERN ReCONNET is pleased to announce the endorsement of two upcoming scientific meetings, further reinforcing its commitment to advancing knowledge, collaboration, and best practices in the field of rare and complex connective tissue diseases. The first endorsed event, the International Symposium on Sjögren’s Disease (ISSjD 2026), will be held from 29 September to 2 October…...
High-Level Conference on Patients’ rights on cross-border healthcare and the ERNs
The high-level conference “Patients’ rights on cross-border healthcare and the European Reference Networks” will take place on 26 March. This event will examine the progress made by the European Union in improving access to cross-border healthcare, while also addressing ongoing challenges related to awareness and effective use of these rights. Although EU citizens are entitled…...
ERN ReCONNET illuminates the Leaning Tower of Pisa for Rare Disease Day
ERN ReCONNET marked Rare Disease Day with a powerful and symbolic initiative by illuminating the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa, transforming one of Europe’s most recognisable monuments into a beacon of awareness and solidarity. Set against the night sky, the illuminated tower conveyed a message that extends beyond architecture. Its distinctive tilt reflects themes of…...
ERN ReCONNET participates in the Transition in Rare Diseases Workshop in Ghent
ERN ReCONNET actively contributed to the Transition in Rare Diseases Workshop, held on 27–28 February 2026 in Ghent, Belgium. ERN ReCONNET was represented by Edoardo Marrani, Chiara Baldini, and Coralie Bouillot, who contributed to the cross-network dialogue and collaborative work toward improved transition care for people living with rare and complex connective tissue and…...





