by AKU | Dec 10, 2025 | AKU Blog
It’s been an insightful and transformative year at the AKU Society. I’m Georga, Communications Officer here at AKUS, and we wanted to take a moment to look back on everything that’s happened in 2025, as well as share some of the exciting plans already taking shape for...
by AKU | Oct 14, 2025 | AKU Blog
Dr Juliette Hughes & Dr Brendan Norman. Department of Musculoskeletal and Ageing Science, University of Liverpool. October 2025. About us Brendan and Juliette completed their PhD studies at the University of Liverpool, beginning in 2015 and 2016 respectively under...
by AKU | Oct 10, 2025 | AKU Blog
Dr Brendan Norman & Dr Juliette HughesDepartment of Musculoskeletal and Ageing Science, University of Liverpool.October 2025. A new global event to promote metabolic health October 10th marks the first International Metabolic Health Day. This global event is...
by AKU | Oct 3, 2025 | AKU Blog
Not all pain can be seen, yet its effects can reach into every part of life. It may mean cancelling plans, stepping back from hobbies, or even stepping back from work – all changes that people don’t always associate with pain. And alongside these practical...
by AKU | Sep 10, 2025 | AKU Blog
Raising awareness of Alkaptonuria (AKU) is at the heart of what we do at the AKU Society. As a rare condition, AKU is often misunderstood or overlooked. This lack of awareness can delay diagnosis, limit support, and leave patients feeling isolated. That is why patient...
by AKU | Jul 18, 2025 | AKU Blog
Alkaptonuria (AKU) is a rare genetic condition that affects 1 in 250,000 to 500,000 people globally. Caused by a missing enzyme that breaks down a substance called homogentisic acid (HGA), AKU leads to the darkening of bones and cartilage, and can cause joint damage,...
