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Support for families after an SLC6A1 diagnosis
A family affected by SLC6A1 shares the impact of the diagnosis and the complexity of everyday life. We call for more psychological support and…
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An important step towards the recognition of SLC6A1 in the ICD-10
We celebrate the announcement of the recognition of SLC6A1-associated developmental and epileptic encephalopathy in the World Health Organization’s ICD-10 classification.
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Our first steps in the European alliance: Lisbon
At SLC6A1-Spain we are taking our first steps within the European alliance. Lisbon is the first stop on this new path of collaboration and…
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A podcast to learn about SLC6A1
An educational podcast addresses essential questions about SLC6A1, its origin, therapies and where to find information.
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A podcast on SLC6A1-related disorders and a European symposium
We share a podcast episode on SLC6A1-related disorders and the announcement of the first European symposium, held in Lisbon on 29 August as part…
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Help us raise awareness of SLC6A1
Help us raise awareness of SLC6A1 and connect with more people and families affected by it.
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SLC6A1 and myoclonic-atonic epilepsy: a broader view
Myoclonic-atonic epilepsy, or Doose syndrome, may occur in the context of SLC6A1-related disorders. Knowing about this possible link helps raise awareness of the range…
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Charity music for SLC6A1 at Luz de Gas Club
On Thursday 21 November, Luz de Gas Club hosted a charity music event for SLC6A1, together with Por Fin Viernes.
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We took part in the 17th International Congress on Rare Diseases
SLC6A1-Spain took part online on 22 and 23 November 2024 in the 17th International Congress on Rare Diseases, held at UCAM.
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Training to strengthen our children’s voice
Families linked to SLC6A1-Spain take part in a FEDER and AELMHU spokesperson training to strengthen their communication and representation skills.
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SLC6A1: a simple look at genetics and GABA
A clear and rigorous explanation of DNA, variants in SLC6A1, the GAT-1 protein and its relationship with GABA.
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Without science there is no future for rare diseases
At SLC6A1-Spain we stand up for the importance of research, collaboration and awareness to advance knowledge and care for rare diseases.
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Shared hope to keep moving forward
The Christmas Lottery allowed us to share excitement and look to the new year with hope, commitment and gratitude to the whole SLC6A1 community.
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Happy holidays 2026!
Here’s to a 2026 full of DREAMS, STRENGTH and HOPE From SLC6A1 Spain, we would like to wish a happy new year and very…
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San Silvestre race in Albalá
To end 2023 on a high note, we head to Albalá (Cáceres), where people have never stopped going out of their way for one…
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Christmas 2023
Here’s to a 2024 full of DREAMS, EXCITEMENT and HOPE From @SLC6A1_SPAIN, we want to thank all the friends, members and professionals who support…
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Presentation of Anita Amore’s book
Anita Amore, the pen name of our friend Ana, is a wonderful person with a heart too big for her chest. Some time ago…
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Charity bingo in Madroñera (Cáceres)
A good friend of Hugo’s family, who had already organised a night-time horse ride in Albalá (Cáceres) in July as a board member of…
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Charity paella at the dog show
On Saturday 15 July 2023, Ermua hosted a BIG EVENT, the town’s first dog beauty show, and when word got around about the event,…
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Medieval festival in the San Lorenzo neighbourhood of Ermua
Coinciding with the horse ride, in the Bizkaia town of Ermua, where Hugo is from, the weekend of 8 and 9 July 2023 was…
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Horse ride in Albalá (Extremadura)
One of our families has roots in Extremadura, and their fellow villagers did not hesitate for a second to set up an event to…
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Charity ZUMBA masterclass in Ermua
Continuing with charity initiatives in the Bizkaia town of Ermua, on 17 June 2023 the Ermua Kirolak sports department, sponsored by the town council,…
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Charity raffle in Ermua
Izan, aged 9, one of Hugo’s brothers (Hugo is our little one from Ermua), plays in the youth teams of Ermua C.D., and his…
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Coffee-Gin Plan B fundraiser
On 20 May 2023, Félix and Arrate, the owners of Coffee-Gin Plan B, a bar in the Bizkaia town of Ermua, where Hugo, one…
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San Pelayo School in Ermua
San Pelayo Ikastetxea school in Ermua (Bizkaia) is the school attended by one of our children, Hugo. Ever since they found out that we…
