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Who Should Be on Your Rare Disease Care Team?
September 18, 2026
Living with a rare disease often means working with more than one healthcare provider. For individuals and families affected by Generalized Arterial Calcification of Infancy (GACI), ARHR2, ENPP1 Deficiency, ABCC6 Deficiency, and related conditions, care...
Read MoreBack to School with GACI, ARHR2 and Related Rare Conditions
August 20, 2026
The start of a new school year brings new teachers, schedules, activities and routines. For families affected by Generalized Arterial Calcification of Infancy (GACI), Autosomal Recessive Hypophosphatemic Rickets Type 2 (ARHR2), ENPP1 Deficiency, ABCC6 Deficiency...
Read MoreStep by Step: Why the 2026 Worldwide Walk Matters
July 8, 2026
On August 7, 2026, families, friends, and supporters around the world will walk 3 km together for one powerful reason: to support the Brighter Hope Foundation community. The Worldwide Walk is more than just a...
Read MoreGACI Global Is Now Brighter Hope Foundation: A New Name, the Same Mission of Hope
May 21, 2026
For years, GACI Global has been a trusted source of support, education, and advocacy for families affected by Generalized Arterial Calcification of Infancy (GACI), ARHR2, ENPP1 Deficiency, and ABCC6 Deficiency. Today, the organization is proud...
Read MoreLiving With Chronic Pain and Fatigue in GACI, ARHR2 and Related Conditions
May 19, 2026
Chronic pain and fatigue can be a major part of life for people living with GACI, ARHR2, ENPP1 Deficiency, ABCC6 Deficiency, and related conditions. These symptoms may be linked to calcification, complications affecting soft-tissues, bones...
Read MoreLiving with ARHR2: Understanding Daily Life with Autosomal Recessive Hypophosphatemic Rickets Type 2
March 19, 2026
Autosomal Recessive Hypophosphatemic Rickets Type 2 (ARHR2) is a rare genetic disorder that affects how the body regulates phosphate, a mineral essential for building strong bones and teeth. ARHR2 is associated with mutations in the...
Read MoreLiving with GACI: Understanding the Journey and Finding Support
March 12, 2026
Living with GACI (Generalized Arterial Calcification of Infancy) means navigating a rare and complex genetic condition that affects the body in profound ways. GACI is characterized by abnormal calcification in the arteries, which can lead...
Read MoreLiving with ABCC6 Deficiency
January 21, 2026
Living with ABCC6 Deficiency can involve a wide range of experiences, from serious medical challenges in infancy to slowly developing symptoms later in life. This rare genetic condition affects the body’s ability to regulate mineralization,...
Read MoreLiving with ENPP1 Deficiency
December 29, 2025
Living with ENPP1 Deficiency presents a unique set of challenges that affect the body in complex and often life-altering ways. Because this rare genetic condition can lead to vascular calcification, bone abnormalities, and chronic pain,...
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