The FDA will host “Moving Forward. Looking Ahead. An Event for Patients" for Rare Disease Day. Join this virtual public meeting on Monday, February 23, 2026, in global observance of Rare Disease Week. Learn More. Are you participating in a Rare Disease Day event? Please email [email protected] to let us know where you are participating. Visit TMA's website for more events honoring...
Register here Join the TMA Northern California Myositis Support Group: A Community for Those Living with Auto-Immune Myositis The TMA Northern California Myositis Support Group is a vital resource for individuals living with autoimmune types of myositis, including Antisynthetase Syndrome (ASyS), Dermatomyositis (DM), Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD), Juvenile Myositis (JM, JDM), Melanoma Differentiation-Associated Gene 5...
This free multi-day event, hosted by the Rare Disease Legislative Advocates, a program of the EveryLife Foundation for Rare Diseases, brings together rare disease advocates from across the country to make their voices heard with their Members of Congress. Participants are educated on policy proposals impacting the rare disease community and provided opportunities to advocate...
The TMA Men Managing Myositis Affinity Group is a supportive space for men with any form of myositis to connect, share experiences, and find solidarity. Founded in 2022 and led by Eric Rocheleau, this group offers a unique opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions about the challenges specific to men living with myositis. Each month,...
This group meets monthly on the fourth Thursday at 6:00 PM ET. For all myositis diagnoses. Register here Why Attend a TMA Support Group TMA support groups are a place to connect, be understood, and feel less alone — whether you’re seeking support, offering encouragement, or somewhere in between. Research shows that peer support can...
On Friday, February 27, 2026, from 9 AM to 5 PM ET, the NIH will host Rare Disease Day 2026, both in-person at the NIH main campus (Natcher Conference Center) and virtually via NIH VideoCast. Be sure to stop by and say hello to the TMA team at our myositis exhibit table at the NIH. For more information...
Rare Disease Journeys Community Survey For Rare Disease Day on February 28th, 2026, TMA wants to hear from you! Share your tips for navigating a rare medical journey in myositis and what you and your family do to overcome isolation, connect with others, and make your rare experience easier. Share your story here. Are you...
Register Here Attend TMA Northeast Texas Myositis Support Group: Support for Those Living with Myositis and their Care Partners Living with myositis is easier with friends. TMA's support and affinity groups offer a community where you can connect with others who truly understand your unique circumstances. Share experiences, find helpful resources, and gain insights on...
👉 Register here TMA Georgia Myositis Support Group meets every fourth Saturday from 10:30–11:30 AM ET, except December. Peer-led support groups matter at every stage of the journey. Even if you’re currently thriving, your presence and story can bring hope and reassurance to others who may be facing challenges. At TMA, we pride ourselves on...
This group for all myositis diagnoses meets every other month on the first Monday at 6:30 PM ET | 5:30 PM CT | 4:30 PM MT | 3:30 PM PT. Register here. TMA support groups are a place to connect, be understood, and feel less alone — whether you’re seeking support, offering encouragement, or somewhere...
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Register Here Join TMA's Flying Solo Affinity Group: Support for Those Living with Myositis Without a Live-In Care Partner The TMA Flying Solo Affinity Group is a dedicated space for individuals diagnosed with myositis who do not have a live-in care partner. Whether you live alone, are married but your spouse is unable to provide...