Julie Raskin The Second Annual Sugar Soiree, in support of Congenital Hyperinsulinism International (CHI), took place in Hillsborough, California, on Friday, November 13, 2015. It was an evening dedicated to raising hyperinsulinism awareness and funds for research, education, and support. The event took place at Carolands Chateau, a stunning mansion designed by renowned French Architect, Ernest Sanson. … Read more
The 2015 Congenital Hyperinsulinism (HI) Family Conference took place on September 29th and 30th at the Hospital Sant Joan de Déu in Barcelona, Spain. The Conference was a joint project of Congenital Hyperinsulinism International (CHI) and the Hospital Sant Joan de Déu. Participants gained a comprehensive understanding of HI including the history of basic scientific … Read more
Over 30,000 people will run 26.2 miles in the Boston Marathon tomorrow and CHI is in awe of all the runners, but there is one in particular we are especially focused on and proud of. Melissa Halstead is running as part of the Genzyme/NORD Running for Rare Diseases Program (RFR) and she is running for … Read more
Congenital Hyperinsulinism International (CHI) is pleased to announce that Dr. Diva DeLeon has been awarded a pilot grant in the amount of $60,000 to determine the efficacy of sirolimus in controlling hypoglycemia in infants with KATP hyperinsulinism (HI). The grant is awarded by the Orphan Disease Center of the University of Pennsylvania. The funds for … Read more
In honor of Rare Disease Day, February 28, 2015, Congenital Hyperinsulinism International (CHI) will be holding the inaugural Sugar Shindig in Austin, Texas in support of patients living with congenital hyperinsulinism (HI). This year, the theme of World Rare Disease Day is “Living with a Rare Disease: Day by Day, Hand in Hand.” The CHI … Read more