
Debra - The Butterfly Skin Charity
@debraireland
We are the butterfly skin charity. Uniting for change for everyone living with epidermolysis bullosa (EB).
Registered charity (CHY 8703/RCN 20021726)
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http://www.debra.ie 02-11-2009 13:31:29
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Debra co-funded researchers from Maynooth University, @rcsi_irl and University College Dublin shared their research at our recent EB Expert Panel workshop. Powerful to see researchers engaging directly with those impacted by #EB, ensuring their work is relevant and shaped by lived experiences. #PPI


Researchers at University College Dublin are conducting an anonymous survey to explore the experiences of families caring for a child with a rare disease. The survey takes approx. 30 mins and was co-designed with parents to reflect real-life challenges. 📋Survey: …althandagriscience.fra1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_7R…


Huge congrats to Prof. Wenxin Wang UCD Medicine on winning the 2025 NovaUCD Innovation Award!🎉 We're proud to support his gene-editing therapy for #RDEB - offering real hope to those living with #EB.🦋👏 #EBResearch #epidermolysisbullosa 👉bit.ly/UCD-Wang-NovaA…




Beautiful limited edition tote bags available now at MACEIreland, designed by Sophia who lives with EB. She’s teaming up with Mace and Johnny Sexton to raise awareness of EB. Get yours now! All proceeds go to supporting people impacted by EB. 🦋 #ButterflySkin #EBAwareness


Thanks to SSPC for a fantastic Fireside chat University College Dublin. Researchers Rob Elmes and Hilal Kirpik joined our Head of Research, Sinead Hickey - to discuss the role of #PPI in their #EBresearch. A project we're proud to co-fund with Research Ireland. 👉bit.ly/SOWOBresearch


Irish teenager and MACEIreland Lead National Campaign to raise awareness and Support for rare skin condition Debra - The Butterfly Skin Charity shelflife.ie/irish-teenager…


Thank you Arlene Harris. And thank you Sophia for showing us what true strength looks like. Your design is a symbol of courage, hope, and the butterfly effect of kindness for everyone impacted by epidermolysis bullosa. 🦋



Trike enthusiast run to raise funds for Debra - The Butterfly Skin Charity echo.ie/trike-enthusia…

🧡 Emma turns 41 on 25 June! We want to create a book filled with hundreds of messages of support Emma Fogarty can turn to for an added layer of strength as she faces the challenge of another year living with EB. 🎈Send Emma a birthday message ➡️ debra.ie/emma

If you or a loved one lives with #epidermolysisbullosa in Ireland, joining the #EBRegistry is a powerful way to support #EBresearch and advance #EBcare. Learn more👉debra.ie/eb-research/eb… NISR Solutions Lara Cuttyla #EB #registries #HealthResearchMatters


Delighted to join Rare Diseases Ireland at the All-Party Group meeting on Rare Diseases to launch our call for rare diseases to be included on the schedule for Ireland’s EU Presidency. Pádraig O'Sullivan TD #RareDiseases #HealthResearchMatters


🌸 Sip, savour & support 💛 Settle in with delicate pastries and heartwarming elegance. For July & August we'll be donating €2 from each Afternoon Tea to Debra - The Butterfly Skin Charity 📧 Book via [email protected] 📞 Or call 045 879 277


