Welcome to KrabbeConnect
KrabbeConnect seeks to revolutionize the practice of medicine by identifying, optimizing, and implementing advances in the care and cure of globoid cell leukodystrophyAnother name for Krabbe disease, a rare and usually fatal disorder of the nervous system., utilizing a multicenter network. Our goal is to achieve complete krabbe disease eradication through cooperation between patients, patient advocacy groups, clinicians, researchers, industry, and government. We are dedicated to the cooperative planning, implementation, analysis and reporting of controlled clinical trials, as well as observational studies and educational activities within the Krabbe community. KrabbeConnect is committed to pioneering a patient-centered care model and strengthening groundbreaking research by engaging the patients and caregivers with the Krabbe research community, to ensure the needs of Krabbe patients are being voiced.
Our Heroes
We are working towards a day in which each patient receives an early diagnosis, has access to state-of-the-art care, and lives a life free of Krabbe disease. Help us celebrate all of the Krabbe disease Heroes and join the fight to #curekrabbe!
Current & Upcoming Events
June 29, 2024
The Krabbe Family Warrior Meet-up at the ULF Conference
This family meet-up will feature Krabbe-specific scientific, advocacy, and family support sessions. This meeting is designed to empower patients and their families by providing information and tools to help navigate Krabbe disease. KrabbeConnect wants you to use this time to connect and learn from others walking in your shoes, hear from the medical and research […] Read MoreOngoing
KrabbeConnect Wine Collection
In October 2023, KrabbeConnect connected with Jennifer Tanner at Old York Cellars Winery to talk about how their group works to give back to philanthropic causes. After a month of discussion and planning, Old York Cellars helped develop a unique collection of wines aimed to raise funds and awareness for Krabbe disease. Shop Online Now […] Read MoreONGOING