Because of a lapse in government funding, the information on this website may not be up to date, transactions submitted via the website may not be processed, and the agency may not be able to respond to inquiries until appropriations are enacted.
The GARD Contact Center is open for patients, caregivers, and family members searching for information on a rare disease. To get in touch please call or visit: https://rarediseases.info.nih.gov/contact
The NIH Clinical Center (the research hospital of NIH) is open. For more details about its operating status, please visit cc.nih.gov.
Updates regarding government operating status and resumption of normal operations can be found at OPM.gov.
Because of a lapse in government funding, the information on this website may not be up to date, transactions submitted via the website may not be processed, and the agency may not be able to respond to inquiries until appropriations are enacted.
The GARD Contact Center is open for patients, caregivers, and family members searching for information on a rare disease. To get in touch please visit: https://rarediseases.info.nih.gov/contact
The NIH Clinical Center (the research hospital of NIH) is open. For more details about its operating status, please visit cc.nih.gov.
Updates regarding government operating status and resumption of normal operations can be found at OPM.gov.
What is the Genetic and Rare Diseases Information Center?
Progress in data science and an increased understanding of disease genetics lead experts to agree that more than an estimated 10,000 rare diseases affect millions of people in the United States. Each disease may be rare individually, but people with rare diseases often face similar challenges. These challenges may include accessing information, getting a diagnosis, and finding resources.
The mission of the Genetic and Rare Diseases (GARD) Information Center is to help the rare disease community meet these common challenges. We do this by providing free access to reliable and easy-to-understand information. We support the rare disease community both through our website and through the dedicated Information Specialists in our Contact Center.
The mission of the Genetic and Rare Diseases (GARD) Information Center is to help the rare disease community meet these common challenges. We do this by providing free access to reliable and easy-to-understand information. We support the rare disease community both through our website and through the dedicated Information Specialists in our Contact Center.
How Can GARD Help You?
Finding accurate information and helpful resources may prove challenging during your diagnostic journey. GARD provides access to information and resources that are current, reliable, and clear. Using the support GARD offers can help ensure you are getting the best possible care for your rare disease.
Here, learn what kind of information and resources GARD offers.
Here, learn what kind of information and resources GARD offers.
Browse by Disease
Search our database to find information about thousands of rare diseases.
Contact GARD
Reach one of our Information Specialists by email or phone to find the help you may need.
Find Resources
Discover everything from where to find financial aid to tools that help you communicate with your health care provider.
Connect with Patient Organizations
Connect with other patients and families to build a community of support, learn about the latest treatments, care centers, and opportunities to participate in research.
How Can GARD Help You?
Finding accurate information and helpful resources may prove challenging during your diagnostic journey. GARD provides access to information and resources that are current, reliable, and clear. Using the support GARD offers can help ensure you are getting the best possible care for your rare disease.
Here, learn what kind of information and resources GARD offers.
Here, learn what kind of information and resources GARD offers.
Browse by Disease
Search our database to find information about thousands of rare diseases.
Find Resources
Discover everything from where to find financial aid to tools that help you communicate with your health care provider.
Contact GARD
Reach one of our Information Specialists by email or phone to find the help you may need.
Connect with Patient Organizations
Connect with other patients and families to build a community of support, learn about the latest treatments, care centers, and opportunities to participate in research.
Connect with GARD
GARD Information Specialists offer individualized help to connect you with information and resources. Our Information Specialists can help you:
- Find or understand information about a rare disease.
- Navigate information throughout the diagnostic journey.
- Discover resources, disease experts, or clinical studies for a rare disease.
Phone
Leave a detailed voice message and a GARD information specialist will respond to your inquiry.
Toll Free:
1-888-205-2311
Contact GARD
Use the contact form to send your question to a GARD Information Specialist.
Please allow 2 to 10 business days for us to respond.
Connect with GARD
GARD Information Specialists offer individualized help to connect you with information and resources. Our Information Specialists can help you:
- Find or understand information about a rare disease.
- Navigate information throughout the diagnostic journey.
- Discover resources, disease experts, or clinical studies for a rare disease.
Phone
Leave a detailed voice message and a GARD information specialist will respond to your inquiry.
Toll Free:
1-888-205-2311
Contact GARD
Use the contact form to send your question to a GARD Information Specialist.
Please allow 2 to 10 business days for us to respond.