Providing Education, Research, and Support to the Myositis Community
What is Myositis?
Myositis is a muscle-wasting disease that results in fatigue and reduced strength.
Visit the Myositis Library
Browse our library to find helpful discussions, presentations and research studies.
Get Involved
We always welcome new members to our community. Join by volunteering, fundraising, and more.
Find a Support Group
If you are a member of TMA and are looking to talk with others about your disease to gain a better understanding and prepare for the challenges ahead, you are encouraged to join the KIT support group network.
Find a Support GroupNavigating the health insurance maze - Live Discussion
In this Live Online Discussion, Michelle Vogel will respond to questions on how to navigate the challenging maze of health insurance coverage.
You may leave your questions in advance. You are also welcome to submit questions while the discussion occurs. A transcript of this Live Discussion will be available on TMA’s website after the session.
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Patient Stories
Each person's journey is unique, yet familiar. Listen to those living with myositis share their stories of persistence and hope.
John Mozer: Sporadic Inclusion-Body Myositis
Dale Scott: Polymyositis
Bill Simeral: Polymyositis
Michael Bradbury: Sporadic Inclusion-Body Myositis
Upcoming Events
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CA Northern Support Group Meeting Saturday, October 27, 2018 | 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Hi everyone! I hope your year has been healthy overall. Here is the agenda for our meeting this month! Sure…
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Wisconsin Myositis Support Group Meeting Saturday, October 27, 2018 | 11:30 am – 2:30 pm
For more information, please contact Gail Kamphuis @ (920) 922-4469 or email at okamphuis@charger.net.
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Illinois Support Group Saturday, October 27, 2018 | 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Our meeting location is the Edward Elmhurst Memorial Hospital in Elmhurst, IL (the NEW hospital near Roosevelt and York Roads). …
2018 Annual Patient Conference
Folks learned a lot at TMA’s 2018 Annual Patient Conference. For those who were unable to attend (and even those who did but want to revisit some of the sessions), here we provide materials from many of those presentations.
Community Forum
TMA offers its online Community Forum, which has multiple forums where you can post to reach other TMA members who have similar concerns as you. Try it today!
