UMass Chan Medical School will launch Rare Diseases, Real Stories, an inspiring six-episode podcast series on Monday, February 10. Rare Diseases, Real Stories is a special podcast series that celebrates families who are transforming the world of rare diseases. In each episode, hear from parents about the challenges they face before and after their child is diagnosed, and the grief, strength, love and unwavering hope that guide them. Through their stories, you'll discover how their collaboration with UMass Chan researchers is driving innovation and fostering new rare disease treatments. Prepare to be moved, motivated and inspired by the real-life champions who are shaping the future of rare disease advocacy and research, one family at a time. 🎧 Listen and subscribe to all episodes of Rare Diseases, Real Stories on our website at umassmed.edu/rarediseasesrealstories or wherever you get your podcasts. 🔗 Share the episodes using the following hashtags: #rarediseasesrealstories, #RareDisease, #podcast Interested in learning more about gene therapy research? Email us at: AdvancingTogether@umassmed.edu For updates and episode highlights, @UMassChan on Instagram, X, Bluesky and YouTube. On LinkedIn and Facebook, you can find us at UMass Chan Medical School.