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Walking for MG Awareness in Halifax

Kate Stober | June 12, 2025
Struggling with MG symptoms but determined to make a difference, Nadine steps out of the shadows.
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When Rare Disease Advocacy Is Personal
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When Rare Disease Advocacy Is Personal

Kate Stober | April 11, 2022
For Brenda Colmenares, an MG diagnosis set her on a path of rare disease advocacy and awareness.
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A Patient’s Perspective on Muscle Cramping
Living with MG Stories

A Patient’s Perspective on Muscle Cramping

Rebecca Molitoris | March 17, 2022
Advice on dealing with muscle cramps when you live with myasthenia gravis.
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Water Skiing into the New Year
Living with MG Stories

Water Skiing into the New Year

Jane Marla Robbins | February 15, 2022
My doctor says “always try to get the patient back to water skiing.”
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MG Walk’s “Rookie of the Year” Finds Power in Sharing Her Story
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MG Walk’s “Rookie of the Year” Finds Power in Sharing Her Story

Kate Stober | January 21, 2022
“Rookie of the Year” Priscilla Forrester finds power in sharing her story
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My MG Story: Diagnosed as a Teen, Emily’s MG is in Remission Thanks to Thymectomy
Living with MG Stories

My MG Story: Diagnosed as a Teen, Emily’s MG is in Remission Thanks to Thymectomy

Kate Stober | December 2, 2021
Boyle Family Realizes the Powerful Benefits of Thymectomy.
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New Book by a Leading Doctor Will Help You Cope with Myasthenia
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New Book by a Leading Doctor Will Help You Cope with Myasthenia

Dr. Aziz Shaibani, M.D. | November 3, 2021
All proceeds from Coping with Myasthania Gravis book will benefit MGFA
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Newly diagnosed? Here’s What You Need to Know.
Living with MG Stories

Newly diagnosed? Here’s What You Need to Know.

Rebecca Molitoris | October 12, 2021
Newly-Diagnosed with MG? Here are Some First Steps to Take
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Evan Greene Reaches New Peaks in Spite of His MG
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Evan Greene Reaches New Peaks in Spite of His MG

Evan Greene | October 4, 2021
Evan Greene’s Climbs Mount Whitney – MG Cannot Take His Spirit and Sense of Life
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From MG to MD: a story of hope and persistence
Living with MG Stories

From MG to MD: a story of hope and persistence

Kate Stober | September 27, 2021
MG patient is inspired by his disease to enter healthcare and become an MD.
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MG Patient Advocates Make Their Voices Heard During Rare Disease Week 2021
Our MG Voice Advocacy

MG Patient Advocates Make Their Voices Heard During Rare Disease Week 2021

Genna Mvalo | August 24, 2021
MG Advocates Describe Their Experiences During Rare Disease Week
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