The Norwegian National Strategy for Rare Diagnoses Summary

This strategy sets out the Ministry of Health and Care Services' national approach to ensure equal access to high-quality assessment, diagnostics, treatment and follow-up for people with rare diagnoses. It identifies five overarching objectives including faster diagnostics, equal access to treatment, coordinated patient pathways, support for mastery of daily life, and strengthened knowledge through research and registries. The strategy outlines initiatives and assignments to regional health authorities, directorates and other actors to improve genetic testing infrastructure, neonatal screening, national registries, and participation in European Reference Networks. The focus is on patient-centred, multidisciplinary services and improved cooperation between specialist and municipal health services.