Wilson Disease Awareness Day
December 6

We are celebrating the first Wilson Disease Awareness Day in honor of Dr. Samuel Alexander Kinnier Wilson (December 6, 1877 – May 12, 1937), the American-born British neurologist who the rare genetic liver disease is named after.

UNMASKING STRENGTH. UNLEASHING PROMISE.

The WDA aspires to unmask the challenges of Wilson disease and unleash the promise of a cure.

Wilson disease is an inherited disorder that causes too much copper to accumulate in the body.

Events

Upcoming events including the Annual Conference, local events, webinars, support group meetings and fundraisers.

Donations

Your support allows the WDA to maintain this website, produce educational materials, support research, and hold meetings for people living with WD, their families, and the healthcare community.

Clinical Trials and Studies

Find out about trials of new therapies and other studies now underway.

News

WDA designates newest Wilson Disease Center of Excellence at University of California, Davis

September 2024

WDA Announces 2024 Annual Conference

March 2024

The first in-person WD Conference since 2019 will in Charlotte, NC Oct. 4-6

Wilson Disease Reviewed in Top Medical Journal

September 2023

A critical summary of what’s known about WD and emerging therapies, diagnostic tools and monitoring approaches.

Do I Have Wilson Disease?

Learn more about the signs and symptoms of Wilson disease.

Medical Professionals

Diagnosis, examinations, and treatment of Wilson disease.

Living With Wilson Disease

Learn more about treatments, patient assistance, and studies.

Registry for Patients with Wilson Disease

The registry is not only important to current patients but is important because it will impact patients for generations. Our researchers and our donors are creating a legacy. We have been very fortunate to meet the needs of our first two years but we cannot become complacent considering the amount needed to fund the remainder of the project.

WILSON DISEASE ASSOCIATION

Get involved!

There are so many ways to spread the word about Wilson disease and help friends and family affected.

Mission Statement

The WDA provides support and hope to people impacted by Wilson disease worldwide so that they may lead the best quality of life possible.