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Exercise and Juvenile Myositis

In this presentation, Dr. Laura Tasan explains the importance of exercise for JM patients. Since JM children suffer from endurance and fatigue issues, exercise for JM kids is a safe form of “medicine” to counter the effects of the disease on a JM patient’s muscles.

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.

Vamorolone FAQ

Vamorolone FAQs in JM

With the looming FDA approval of the drug vamorolone in Duchenne muscular dystrophy, there are questions surrounding the drug’s status for trials in juvenile myositis. We have consulted with JM experts on the potential implications of a pending approval for the drug in another disease and what this currently means for JM patients living in the U.S.

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