American Behcet's Disease Association - ABDA

08/25/2026

Don’t forget to register!

Join us August 26 at 7 PM ET / 6 PM CT for A Conversation on Pediatric Behçet’s: Clinical Expertise Meets Lived Experience.

This special ABDA webinar will bring together a pediatric rheumatologist and a person living with Behçet’s disease for a conversation about what it’s like to diagnose, treat—and live with—this complex rare disease.

We’ll explore pediatric Behçet’s through both the clinical and patient perspective, including the diagnostic journey, treatment and ongoing care, and the realities patients and families may face along the way.

Register here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2852101733838316885

08/19/2026

Join us August 26 at 7 PM ET / 6 PM CT for A Conversation on Pediatric Behçet’s: Clinical Expertise Meets Lived Experience.

This special ABDA webinar will bring together a pediatric rheumatologist and a person living with Behçet’s disease for a conversation about what it’s like to diagnose, treat—and live with—this complex rare disease.

We’ll explore pediatric Behçet’s through both the clinical and patient perspective, including the diagnostic journey, treatment and ongoing care, and the realities patients and families may face along the way.

Register here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2852101733838316885

08/12/2026

Meet Cassandra Marie Bell, the ABDA’s feature for the month of August. Thank you capturing what a life with Behcet’s can look and be like. 💙

08/11/2026

Each month, our team celebrates everyone in our database with a birthday by making a donation to a charity in their honor.

This July, we are proud to support the American Behcet's Disease Association - ABDA. This cause holds special meaning for us, and we are grateful for the organization’s work to raise awareness, support patients and families, and advance research.

Happy birthday to everyone celebrating this month. You helped inspire another meaningful donation.

08/10/2026

51 days to vote! Voting is completely FREE and takes less than a minute.

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07/27/2026

Behcet’s Disease At-Home Research Opportunity:

ABDA is partnering with Sanguine Biosciences, a provider of at-home clinical research services, to share an at-home study opportunity for those interested in advancing Behcet’s Disease research.

To learn more or sign up, visit the link below.

https://studies.sanguinebio.com/?post_type=condition&p=38567&preview=true

07/07/2026

💙 Help the ABDA Win Funding—It Only Takes a Minute! 💙

The American Behcet's Disease Association has been entered into the MyGivingCircle grant program, and your vote could help us secure funding to support our mission.

Every vote brings us one step closer to grants that help us continue to:

✨ Support individuals and families affected by Behçet's disease
📚 Provide trusted education and resources
🔬 Advance research initiatives
🗣️ Strengthen advocacy and awareness efforts
🤝 Build a stronger, more connected community

Voting is free, quick, and can make a real difference. If the ABDA has ever impacted your life—or if you believe rare disease communities deserve to be seen and supported—we would be so grateful for your vote.

👉 Vote here: https://mygivingcircle.org/american-behcets-disease-association/vote

Please consider sharing this post with your family and friends. Every vote helps us amplify the voice of the Behçet's community.

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07/06/2026

Join us for our next ABDA Community Connection Event as we explore Creative Coping: Journaling, Art & Expression on Saturday, July 11th at 3:00 PM ET.

Living with Behçet’s disease can bring challenges that are difficult to put into words. We’ll explore how journaling, creative writing, drawing, painting, music, and other forms of self-expression can help reduce stress, process emotions, and foster resilience.

Whether you’ve been journaling for years, enjoy creative hobbies, or simply want to learn new ways to cope, you’re invited to join us. RSVP at [email protected] to receive the meeting link.

07/01/2026

Meet Megan, ABDA’s July patient feature. 💙 Thank you for sharing your story!

06/16/2026

Meet Karen, our feature for the month of June! Thank you for sharing your story with us.