Early diagnosis featured in Spanish rare diseases plan
This article was originally published in Clinica
Executive Summary
Early diagnosis features in a forthcoming rare diseases plan in Spain. The national strategy is expected to be approved by the so-called "inter-territorial council" of the national health service within the first half of 2009, according to the health ministry. Prevention and early detection/diagnosis of rare diseases constitute one of seven "lines of action" – these also feature a research drive in this area.