Unveiling the Future of Hope

In this town hall, you can hear the latest updates on Cure JM research and discover what these advancements mean for you and your family. This session covered groundbreaking research developments, the progress of ongoing studies, and how these findings are paving the way for better treatments and improved quality of life for those affected by juvenile myositis. Whether you’re a patient, caregiver, or supporter, this is your chance to get informed and understand how these research efforts are bringing us closer to a cure.

May 2024 Symposium

The Spring Cure JM Medical Symposium in partnership with Duke University happened May 23rd, 2024, virtually, with presentations from world-leading researchers and clinicians on advancements in basic research, translational studies, and best practice clinical care in juvenile dermatomyositis.

Jim’s 2024 Resolutions

Each January, I share with our community a few personal New Year’s resolutions for the year ahead. I believe these resolutions help us keep a keen focus on the priorities that matter most—better treatments, better care, and a cure for JM.

Research Update: misbehaving Mitochondria Linked to Juvenile Dermatomyositis. Dr. Christian Lood

Breakthrough Discovery: Misbehaving Mitochondria Linked to Juvenile Dermatomyositis

The generous support of our community has been instrumental in funding groundbreaking research this year, led by Dr. Christian Lood at the University of Washington and Cure JM’s Center of Excellence at Seattle Children’s Hospital. Dr. Lood’s team has identified calcified mitochondria in the muscle tissue of JDM patients with calcinosis – a finding that sheds new light on understanding JDM

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