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Finding Strength in the Journey: Valerie’s Myasthenia Gravis Story

Valerie Schaffer | June 5, 2025
At first, Valerie drew inward when she was diagnosed with MG. Now, seven years later, she is ready to speak about her story to raise awareness and help others living with the disease find hope.
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LATEST FROM THE MGFA INSIDER BLOG

How to Create a Fundraiser for the Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of America
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How to Create a Fundraiser for the Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of America

Kate Stober | November 19, 2024
If you’re passionate about supporting the MGFA, organizing a local fundraiser is a great way to raise awareness and generate funds for research, patient support, and advocacy.
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Real Talk About MG
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Real Talk About MG

Zach McCallum | November 14, 2024
How to explain the rare neuromuscular disease myasthenia gravis
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Physical Therapy and Myasthenia Gravis – Webinar Recap
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Physical Therapy and Myasthenia Gravis – Webinar Recap

Kate Stober | October 29, 2024
Is it safe to do physical therapy or exercise when you have myasthenia gravis?
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Jesse’s Story: How Generalized Myasthenia Gravis Affected My Career
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Jesse’s Story: How Generalized Myasthenia Gravis Affected My Career

Kate Stober | October 17, 2024
A story about changing directions and paving a different path forward
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Disaster resources for individuals with MG
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Disaster resources for individuals with MG

Kate Stober | October 8, 2024
Steps to help you prepare for the worst
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A Danish Musician’s Battle with Myasthenia Gravis
Living with MG Stories

A Danish Musician’s Battle with Myasthenia Gravis

Mika Filborne | September 19, 2024
A Danish Musician’s Battle with Myasthenia Gravis.
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Back to Doing What I Love: My Myasthenia Gravis Story
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Back to Doing What I Love: My Myasthenia Gravis Story

Kathalina Nguyen | August 8, 2024
How a clinical trial brought back my smile
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How MG can affect your sleep and what to do about it
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How MG can affect your sleep and what to do about it

Kate Stober | July 24, 2024
Sleep and Myasthenia Gravis: Webinar Recap
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Preparing for a Medical Emergency When You Have Myasthenia Gravis
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Preparing for a Medical Emergency When You Have Myasthenia Gravis

Kate Stober | July 22, 2024
Find tools and advice to help you prepare for the worst.
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From MG Patient to Nurse: My MG Story
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From MG Patient to Nurse: My MG Story

Stacy D. | July 4, 2024
I always say, “I don’t get frustrated – I get determined.”
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