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Brianna Childs

Myositis Awareness Month is a time to tell the story of your myositis journey. Here are some sample questions everyone can use to prompt your thoughts about how myositis has affected your life. Then you can go out and tell the world what myositis is and how it affects you! Thanks to TMA member Brianna…

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Immune boosting supplements can make autoimmunity worse

Immune boosting supplements do have an effect on the immune system, but they can make autoimmune diseases worse. Herbal supplements have become very popular in recent years as individuals seek alternative remedies for a variety of health conditions. Products advertised as “immune boosting” are especially promoted to prevent or treat viral and other infections such…

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Reflections on GCOM

TMA participated in the Global Conference on Myositis (GCOM) in Pittsburgh. Volunteer Nancy Marx Erickson reflections on her experiences.

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TMA leads the way at GCOM 2024

TMA recently returned from a high-profile week in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania at the Global Conference on Myositis (GCOM)! Along with the almost 400 attendees for the scientific program, TMA helped lead a group of twelve worldwide patient advocacy organizations (PAOs) facilitating international collaborative efforts that included networking, sharing best practices, and brainstorming solutions to common issues….

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