An observational study in Europe is using an app to better understand how Friedreich’s ataxia (FA) affects patients’ health-related quality of life, as well as their economic and psychosocial well-being. Called PROFA, the study is taking place across Germany, Austria and France and currently enrolling eligible patients, ages 12 and older.
“The in-depth and multidisciplinary real-time data assessment will provide a better understanding of FA's impact on patients’ everyday life, firming the basis for the design of improved care...and future clinical and healthcare research trials,” researchers wrote. Click here to learn more.
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