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What is Huntington's disease?

Huntington’s disease is an illness caused by a faulty gene in your DNA (the biological ‘instructions’ you inherit which tell your cells what to do).

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Our team of Specialist Huntington's Disease Advisers are here to help you - they can provide information, advice and support on all aspects of Huntington's disease.

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Getting help

We are here to offer support and advice no matter what stage of Huntington's disease journey you are on. We support entire families, carers, healthcare professionals, employers and teachers.

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Support for young people

If you are a child or young person that has someone with Huntington’s disease in your family, this section is for you.

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Latest news

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Chief Executive of Huntington’s Disease Association awarded British Empire Medal in King’s Birthday Honours

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Huntington's disease ambassadors

Ambassadors' event

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Upcoming events

HD Champions

HD Champions Course

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First aid

Red Cross first aid workshop

19 June 2025, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Support and For families

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When Bob Dylan met Woody Guthrie: The Guthrie Family Story

19 June 2025, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

For families

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Your donation will help us support people living with Huntington’s disease.

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£27.85 helps support our vital telephone helpline

£11.98 could pay for five booklets to help children to learn about Huntington's disease

£67.69 allows us to provide care and support groups for families with Huntington's disease

For professionals

Training

Training

Did you know that the Huntington's Disease Association offers a range of training for professionals?

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Webinars and videos

Book on to one of our live webinars or watch any of our recorded sessions.

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Professional resources

Useful leaflets and guides to help professionals understand Huntington's disease.

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Patient journey

Understand the patient journey and at what interventions are needed at different stages of the disease.

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Events for you

Wing Walk

Wing Walk 2025

Challenges and For young people

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Running events

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Kelly Gordon - Walking - Consent 2022

Climb Snowdon challenge

Challenges

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