ChemoCentryx Announces Filing of Amendment to NDA Submission and Extension of the PDUFA Review Period for Avacopan in the Treatment of ANCA-Associated Vasculitis

Blog ChemoCentryx Announces Filing of Amendment to NDA Submission and Extension of the PDUFA Review Period for Avacopan in the Treatment of ANCA-Associated Vasculitis SAN CARLOS, Calif., July 06, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ChemoCentryx, Inc., (Nasdaq: CCXI), today announced that, following consultations with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), it filed an amendment to […]

Medical Education is a Core Value at UCSF’s Vasculitis Clinic

Blog The uncommon or rare nature of vasculitis can unfortunately lead to delays in diagnosis and treatment. This is an important reason why ongoing medical education is essential. As more physicians learn about these diseases, better care can be provided for patients with vasculitis. Educating future rheumatologists and internists is a top priority at the […]

2021 V-RED Winners

Blog Along with a first-place winner, there are two honorable mentions in the VF’s 2021 Recognizing Excellence in Diagnostics (V-RED) award program. Now in its eighth year, V-RED has grown into a powerful awareness campaign that recognizes medical providers worldwide for making a critical, early diagnosis of vasculitis. “Each year I have the privilege of […]

Journey to Diagnosis, April 2021

Blog Diagnostic Delays in Vasculitis and Factors Associated with Time to Diagnosis This study originated as a research suggestion and highest priority by the Vasculitis Patient-Powered Research Network’s (VPPRN) patient-partners. This patient-driven study is a shining example of the power of patients collaborating with clinicians to conduct meaningful vasculitis research. Patients with vasculitis encounter delays […]

The VF Welcomes Jocelyn Ashford to the Board of Directors

Blog Jocelyn Ashford wanted to serve on the VF’s Board of Directors because she has always appreciated the thoughtful, collaborative, and practical approach the VF has taken in addressing the needs of the vasculitis community. She feels that the VF is open to trying new approaches, considers new angles, and makes the work fun. “Today, […]

VF Welcomes Jocelyn Ashford to the Board of Directors

Blog Jocelyn Ashford wanted to serve on the VF’s Board of Directors because she has always appreciated the thoughtful, collaborative, and practical approach the VF has taken in addressing the needs of the vasculitis community. She feels that the VF is open to trying new approaches, considers new angles, and makes the work fun. “Today, […]

Pinochle Night Brings Friends Together During Pandemic

Blog By Fran Crotty My 85 year old mother splits her time between living at her Florida condo in the cool months and her Long Island, New York condo in the warm months. When in Florida, she plays in several bridge games each week. My brothers and sister have always been competitive in sports. I […]