Supporting Mental Health in the Rare Disease Community: Give an Hour's Resources
Navigating a rare disease like myasthenia gravis (MG) can come with more than just physical challenges, emotional and mental well-being...
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August 2025: Programs and Events
As we head into the heart of summer, MGA is excited to offer a full calendar of programs and events throughout August designed to...
Back to School with MG: Tools, Tips & Resources for Every Age
Whether you're heading into middle school, starting college, or returning to school as an adult, managing Myasthenia Gravis (MG) while...
Webinar Recap: How the Patient Advocate Foundation Helps Individuals Navigate Cost, Coverage & Care
Living with Myasthenia Gravis (MG)Â often means juggling high-cost therapies, complex insurance decisions, disability paperwork, and...
Snowflake Saturday 2025: Uniting Communities for MG Awareness
The Myasthenia Gravis Association (MGA) is thrilled to announce our first-ever Snowflake Saturday, a multi-location event held on June 7,...
Friday Feature: Meet Dawn of Dawn’s Doggie Delights | How One Woman Turned Her Love for Dogs into a Heartfelt Business—While Living with MG
Dawn has been living with myasthenia gravis (MG) since 2002. Over the years, she’s learned how to adapt her pace, listen to her body, and...
Reflecting on the World Orphan Drug Congress USA 2025: A Glimpse into the Future of Rare Disease Treatment
Written by Kathryn Clemens, Community Program Coordinator Last month, I had the opportunity to attend the World Orphan Drug Congress USA...
May 2025: Programs and Events
May is full of meaningful opportunities to connect, learn, and engage with the MG community! Whether you prefer virtual events or...
Friday Feature: April Love’s Path to Hope, Diagnosis & Empowerment
In honor of Autism Awareness Month and Adult Autism Awareness Day on April 18, we wanted to highlight the powerful and deeply personal...
What a Card Can Do: A Simple Gesture with a Powerful Impact featuring Dawn Veselka
In a world where digital communication often dominates, it’s easy to forget the profound impact a simple handwritten note can have. For...
Understanding Medication Risks with Myasthenia Gravis: Take with Caution
Medication Safety Week is an important time to raise awareness about the impact certain medications can have on individuals with...
April 2025: Programs and Events
Spring is here, and we’re excited to offer a full lineup of support groups, educational programs, and community gatherings throughout...
Strengthening Care Through Clinic Partnerships: Celebrating Our Physicians this Doctors' Day at MGA
Every year on Doctors' Day, we take a moment to recognize the dedicated physicians who devote their lives to improving patient care. At...
Rare Disease Week: Advocating for Change in Healthcare Policy
written by Mckenna Fulton, Community Program Coordinator for the Myasthenia Gravis Association Over three days, I had the incredible...
Small Acts, Big Impact: How Friends and Family Can Lighten a Caregiver’s Load
Caregiving is a labor of love, but it can also be physically, emotionally, and mentally exhausting. Caregivers of individuals with...
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