Useful links:
Global Organizations and Resources
- Bardet-Biedl Syndrome International Federation
- Central network for national associations and BBS patient support groups.
- Website: bbs-foundation.org
- Bardet-Biedl Syndrome Foundation (USA)
- Dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by BBS.
- Website: bardetbiedl.org
- BBS UK (Bardet-Biedl Syndrome UK)
- A registered charity supporting people with BBS, their families, and carers in the UK.
- Website: bbsuk.org.uk
- Clinical Registry Investigating Bardet-Biedl Syndrome (CRIBBS)
- The largest worldwide registry studying the long-term health of individuals with BBS, based at Marshfield Clinic Research Institute.
- Website: marshfieldclinic.org
- Center of Excellence for BBS at Marshfield Clinic Health System
- Comprehensive clinical evaluations and individualized treatments for BBS patients in North America.
- Website: marshfieldclinic.org
- BBS Family Association
- A nonprofit providing support, information, and promoting research for individuals and families affected by BBS.
- Website: bardetbiedl.org
- Association Bardet-Biedl (France)
- Offers support and raises awareness for BBS in France.
- Website: bardetbiedl.com
- ASBBI (Associazione Sindrome Bardet-Biedl Italia)
- Support and advocacy for individuals with BBS in Italy.
- Website: Not available www.asbbi.it
- Bardet Biedl Stichting (Netherlands)
- National support for BBS patients and families in the Netherlands.
- Website: https://www.bardetbiedlsyndroom.nl/
Rare Disease Advocacy Organizations
- National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD)
- Provides information and resources for rare diseases, including BBS.
- Website: rarediseases.org
- EveryLife Foundation
- Advocacy and support for rare diseases, including BBS.
- Website: everylifefoundation.org
- Global Genes
- Advocacy, education, and support for rare diseases like BBS.
- Website: globalgenes.org
- Obesity Action Coalition (OAC)
- Support for obesity-related conditions, which are often associated with BBS.
- Website: obesityaction.org
Facebook Support Groups
- Bardet Biedl Syndrome Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/113980661969875/
- BBS Awareness https://www.facebook.com/groups/53304437850/
- Bardet Biedl Family Support Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/2788088004622612/
- Bardet Biedl Syndrome Canada https://www.facebook.com/groups/1479247428997328/