Here at Healthline, we create content about all things health and wellness \u2014 from how to spot symptoms of a serious condition, to healthy smoothie recipes, and more. With a reach of almost 80 million visitors per month, our mission is to help build a stronger, healthier world.<\/p>\n
That\u2019s why we\u2019re teaming up with the National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD), a patient advocacy organization dedicated to individuals with rare diseases and the organizations that serve them. NORD is committed to the identification, treatment, and cure of rare disorders through initiatives like their\u00a0Student Club Program, which prepares students for success in health-related careers.<\/p>\n
Together, we\u2019re launching our 2018 scholarship program, which aims to assist and empower college students making a positive impact on rare and\/or chronic diseases.<\/p>\n
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This year\u2019s scholarship is dedicated to the advancement of rare and chronic diseases, either through research, patient advocacy, raising awareness, or community building.<\/p>\n
The program will award four students with a $5,000 scholarship each.<\/p>\n
While a rare disease can also be chronic, and vice versa, the awarded scholarships will include:<\/p>\n
What\u2019s a rare disease?
\nA\u00a0rare disease\u00a0has a prevalence of fewer than 200,000 affected individuals in the United States. There are approximately 7,000 rare diseases currently identified. Rare diseases can be acute or chronic.<\/p>\n
What\u2019s a chronic disease?
\nThe\u00a0World Health Organization\u00a0defines a chronic disease as a health condition that\u2019s of long duration, slow progression, and not passed on from person to person. A chronic disease can also be a rare disease.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
Requirements for eligibility include:<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Timeline:<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n How to apply:<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n NOTE:\u00a0The status \u201cComplete\u201d will display on your AIM home page when all forms have been submitted and all documents have been verified. Applicants are responsible for monitoring the progress of all application requirements to make sure their application is complete by 11:59 p.m. PST on May 1st. Late submissions will not be considered.<\/p>\n\n
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Application Opens March 1<\/h1>\n