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Awareness Must Lead to Action: Tessa’s MG Story

Tessa Ladores | February 8, 2026

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.

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Snowflakes: My MG Story

Barbara Hallerman Kase | December 18, 2025

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…

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My MG Story: Victoria Discusses Life and Work with Myasthenia Gravis

Kate Stober | November 25, 2025

Nine years ago, Victoria woke up with MG symptoms. She shares her experience with diagnosis and treatment in a small town.

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What gives you hope?

Kate Stober | November 14, 2025

The MG Community shares what keeps them going, despite the hardships of the disease.

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Highlighting Our Loved Ones During National Family Caregiver Month

Kate Stober | November 3, 2025

Discover two powerful stories of love and perseverance.

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Singing in a Different Key

Mia Montero | October 23, 2025

A passionate singer nearly loses her voice to myasthenia gravis

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Navigating College When You Live with Myasthenia Gravis

Kate Stober | September 25, 2025

How does MG change the college experience?

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Volunteer Spotlight: Trouble Nkhowani

Kathi Timothy | August 21, 2025

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 […]