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Webinar Recap: Financial Assistance Resources for the Myasthenia Gravis Community
Affording care for myasthenia gravis remains a challenge for many patients. Find practical guidance on navigating patient financial support programs.
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When Patients Become Partners in Research: Elizabeth’s Story
At just 12 years old, Elizabeth Madole is already helping shape the future of myasthenia gravis care. She lives with AChR antibody–positive generalized MG, a rare autoimmune disease that causes muscle weakness and can affect breathing, swallowing, and mobility. From a young age, her symptoms were severe, including life-threatening episodes. She has experienced what many […]
Awareness Must Lead to Action: Tessa’s MG Story
I am Tessa Ladores, a Filipino and an Asian woman living with myasthenia gravis. I represent the courage and determination of countless warriors who continue to fight this invisible illness with faith and strength.
Snowflakes: My MG Story
I was 29 when I learned of Onassis’ death and first heard the words “myasthenia gravis.” Little did I suspect that 45 years later, those words would become a large part of my vocabulary…
My MG Story: Victoria Discusses Life and Work with Myasthenia Gravis
Nine years ago, Victoria woke up with MG symptoms. She shares her experience with diagnosis and treatment in a small town.
What gives you hope?
The MG Community shares what keeps them going, despite the hardships of the disease.
Highlighting Our Loved Ones During National Family Caregiver Month
Discover two powerful stories of love and perseverance.
Singing in a Different Key
A passionate singer nearly loses her voice to myasthenia gravis
From Life Support to Marathon Runner: This Is Why I Run
I’m training for the 2025 TCS New York City Marathon. I’m running for everyone still fighting this disease.
Volunteer Spotlight: Trouble Nkhowani
Meet Trouble Nkhowani, who lives in Lusaka, Zambia, and proudly holds the title of our first MG Friend across the ocean. Trouble works tirelessly to ensure the MG community in his country receives the support they need. This is no small feat for a man balancing his own MG diagnosis, a full-time job, and his […]
Nicole’s MG Story: A Working Mom’s Journey with MG
Out of nowhere, blurry and double vision struck. It was myasthenia gravis.