Welcome to August, a month dedicated to celebrating happiness and well-being! As National Happiness Month, August offers the perfect opportunity to focus on joy, positivity, and personal growth. We are excited to present a range of programs and events designed to uplift your spirits and enhance your journey with Myasthenia Gravis. Whether you're looking to connect with others, learn new strategies for thriving with MG, or simply find moments of joy in your day-to-day life, we have something special planned for you. Join us in embracing happiness and making the most of this vibrant month!
Thursday August 1, 2024 | Kansas City Coffee Club
9:30 - 10:30am
Another Broken Egg Cafe | 5358 W 95th St, Prairie Village, KS 66207
Join us for casual conversation and to meet others with myasthenia gravis. Coffee is a Dutch treat.
RSVP to allisonfoss@mgakc.org by 07/30/2024.
Thursday August 1, 2024 | Central Arkansas Support Group
5:30pm - 7:00pm
CALS Fletcher Library | 823 N Buchanan Street, Little Rock, AR 72205
Join us as we learn about VYVGART and VYVGART Hytrulo from argenx Patient Advocacy team with support from argenx and a patient VYVGART Ambassador, Griselda.
RSVP to kathrynclemens@mgakc.org by 07/30/2024.
Saturday August 3, 2024 | NW Arkansas Support Group
2:30pm - 4:00pm
Springdale Public Library | 405 S. Pleasant Street, Springdale, AR 72764
Join us for a special presentation on Emotional Health & Wellbeing, brought to you by argenx, at our next MG support group meeting. Learn valuable strategies to support your mental health while living with MG. Please note the location of this support group!
RSVP to kathrynclemens@mgakc.org by 08/01/2024.
Tuesday August 6, 2024 | Virtual MG Pride Meetup
6:00pm - 7:00pm
This is a virtual meetup for individuals with myasthenia gravis (MG) who also identify as LGBTQ+.
RSVP to btbosch81@gmail.com by 08/05/2024
Wednesday August 7, 2024 | Eastsiders Lunch Bunch
11:30am - 1:30pm
Agape House, Blue Springs Terrace |312 SW 19th Terrace Street, Blue Springs, MO 64015
Join us for “Taking an Active Role in Your Care” by Alexion, Kathy Logan Patient Education Manager. This presentation will be a combination of learning about the MG-ADL Scoring Tool and how important it is to have a support system and being your best advocate.
RSVP to mckennafulton@mgakc.org by 08/05/2024.
Friday August 16, 2024 | 7th Annual Crown Town Trivia Night
6:30pm - 10:00pm
Please consider joining us at this year's event, made possible with the generous support of the Kansas City Iowa State Alumni Club.
Your participation helps us raise crucial funds. Consider purchasing a sponsorship or tickets, participating in our auction, or making a donation. The online auction will close at 8:30 pm on August 16, 2024.
Become a VIP for a special early arrival at 5:30 for a Cheers Cocktail hour featuring access to suites overlooking Arrowhead, champagne, h'oeuvres and special guests from the Kansas City Chiefs!
Get your tickets Here
Thursday August 22, 2024 | St. Louis Coffee Club
10:30am - 11:30am
St. Louis Bread Co. | 10221 Manchester Rd, Kirkwood, MO 63122
Join us for casual conversation and to meet others with myasthenia gravis. Coffee is a Dutch treat.
RSVP to kathrynclemens@mgakc.org by 08/20/2024.
Monday August 26, 2024 | Virtual Monthly Meetup
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Join the Myasthenia Gravis Association (MGA) and Promptcare as we walk through IVIg 101.
Angela Pepin, Pharm.D. BCPS, CSP is a specialty pharmacist, with expertise in medications used for complex and rare diseases. In her role as the Director of Clinical Pharmacy Programs at Prompt Care, she is passionate about providing the support, training, and tools necessary to promote the safe and effective use of these life changing medications. Angela obtained her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Wyoming and completed advanced training as a post-graduate pharmacy resident in Colorado. She has credentials as a Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS) and a Certified Specialty Pharmacist (CSP).
After spending several years as a clinical pharmacist working directly with providers and patients in critical care settings, Angela developed a passion for rare diseases and the therapies that have the power to keep patients out of hospitals and living their lives. She has pursued this passion as a specialty pharmacist for the last 9 years. In her spare time, Angela enjoys artwork, learning new activities, and spending time with family.
Register via Zoom
Thursday August 29, 2024 | Lawrence/Topeka Support Group
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Lawrence Public Library | 707 Vermont St, Lawrence, KS 66044
Join us for a Vvygart presentation by argenx. Vyvgart is one of the newly approved therapies to treat gMG. Come and learn more!
RSVP to mckennafulton@mgakc.org by 08/05/2024.
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