Celebrate Myositis Heroes at MyoCon 2025!
Global Myositis Patient Conference
September 18–21, 2025
Sheraton Dallas Hotel | Dallas, TexasTMA’s 2025 Global Myositis Patient Conference will take place in Dallas, Texas on September 18-21. The conference includes Heroes in the Fight Awards and ends on World Myositis Day - celebrations you don't want to miss!
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 Support Group network.
Find a Support GroupProviding 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.
See TMA in the News
Check out recent blog posts to stay up-to-date on TMA and myositis news.
Get Involved
We always welcome new members to our community. Join by volunteering, fundraising, and more.
Patient Stories
Each person's journey is unique, yet familiar. Listen to those living with myositis share their stories of persistence and hope.
Seeing the other side: On being a clinical trial participant
Partners in the fight
Don’t go through this alone
I am a myositis and cancer warrior
Upcoming Events
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TMA Southern California Myositis Support Group Meeting Saturday, July 12, 2025 | 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Join us for the TMA Southern California Myositis Support Group Meeting on Saturday, July 12, from 10am to 12pm PT!…
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TMA Colorado Myositis Support Group Meeting Saturday, July 12, 2025 | 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
TMA Colorado Myositis Support Group has reactivated and meets on the second Saturday of each month at noon Mountain Time!…
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TMA’s Military Veterans with Myositis Affinity Group Meeting Saturday, July 12, 2025 | 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
Registration Required Join the TMA Military Veterans with Myositis Affinity Group! Founded in 2022, the TMA Military Veterans with Myositis…
YouTube MyoCon Playlist
View one or all of the 40 presentations and info sessions about TMA’s conferences. Did you know TMA has been convening the only worldwide myositis patient conference annually since 1995? It is truly a “bucket list” experience!
2024 Virtual Sessions and Recordings
What does a virtual pass provide? Five live, virtual sessions start August 21, and recorded sessions of breakouts (thirty-plus) will be available around October 15. A tremendous value for only $149 – purchase today!
TMA's Affinity Groups
Our increased virtual environment has allowed for connectivity that surpasses geographic location. In addition to our traditional KIT support groups, TMA is supporting meeting circles with outreach efforts targeted toward supporting and extending our organization’s reach into new communities.
Myositis Awareness Month
May is Myositis Awareness Month! Celebrate with us by raising your voice and letting the world know what this rare disease is all about. It’s TMA’s mission to support those who live with myositis and their care partners by bringing awareness, sharing resources, educating patients and the public about myositis diseases, sharing strategies for advocacy, and building a stronger and more connected myositis community. Join us!
