Welcome to the website of LDNZ

LDNZ is a support group for families affected by lysosomal storage diseases.

In this website you will find

• a description of lysosomal storage diseases
• details on our group, including our objectives, charitable status and activities
• stories prepared by affected families, including links to some personal websites
• contact details for lysosomal storage disease support groups around the world
• copies of our newsletters and conference reports
• links to major pharmaceutical companies involved in developing and producing therapies for lysosomal storage diseases

Lysosomal storage diseases

Lysosomal storage diseases are inherited genetic defects that result in an enzyme deficiency, which prevents cells from performing their natural recycling function. This leads to a variety of progressive physical and/or mental deterioration. Approximately 180 New Zealand families are currently affected. Find out more here.

Contact us

If you have any questions or comments, please send us an e-mail.

Forums

Join us at our new forums and share your thoughts, advice and worries. You can find the forums here. For more information about the forums and how to use them, go to this page.