THE NATIONAL ADRENAL DISEASES FOUNDATION INC
This organization has already been registered
Someone in your organization has already registered and setup an account. Would you like to join their team?Profile owner : n******l@n**f.us
Mission Statement
Advance education, support, and research to improve the lives those affected by adrenal disease.
About This Cause
The National Addison’s Disease Foundation Overview (NADF) was established in 1985, stands as a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization, ID #11-2777036, committed to serving the adrenal disease community. With a vision for a world free from suffering or fatalities due to adrenal disease, NADF has dedicated itself to providing life-preserving information and guidance approved by medical advisors. Boasting a membership of over 8,000 individuals, NADF oversees more than 30 Support Groups led by trained volunteers. In 2012, NADF established April as Adrenal Disease Awareness Month in honor of Dr. Thomas Addison who was born in April 1793 and studied adrenal failure. In 2021, NADF launched the International Adrenal Diseases Patient Organization Consortium, fostering collaborative efforts with like-minded entities. Emphasizing partnerships with patient organizations, industry collaborators, and medical associations, NADF actively engages in educational programs, webinars, conferences, and various events. Furthermore, NADF champions research initiatives, sponsoring critical projects such as the Adrenal Insufficiency (MyAI) Registry, MyAI Cortisol and Function Study, and MyAI DNA and Cortisol Study. NADF’s Mission: Advance education, support, and research to enhance the lives of those affected by adrenal disease. NADF’s Strategic Imperatives (SIs) provide a structure for achievement of our mission: 1. Educate and Support Patients and Families: Collaborate within the adrenal disease community to provide accurate and accessible education, advocacy, and support. 2. Support Research: Foster excellence in clinical and scientific research to improve treatments and discover cures for adrenal diseases. 3. Partner with External Stakeholders: Engage key stakeholders to ensure the medical needs of the adrenal disease community are met. 4. Educate the Medical Community: Equip healthcare professionals with tools to better identify and treat adrenal diseases, preventing avoidable fatalities. 5. Ensure NADF Operational Excellence: Secure the fiscal and operational sustainability of the organization.