Cure JM-Funded Research Explores Why JDM Affects Children Differently
Research Update | July 2026 With support from a two-year Cure JM research grant, Dr. Rie Karasawa of St. Marianna University School of Medicine in Japan is studying how these antibody subtypes influence the cells lining the blood vessels. Blood vessel injury, known as vasculopathy, is an important feature of JDM and may contribute to […]
Cure JM Virtual Summit on JIIM Research & Care – June 2026
Cure JM’s June Virtual Summit on JIIM Research & Care convened an international panel of clinicians and researchers to cover the latest findings in JM clinical outcomes, risk factors, and early‑life influences, along with new research models and tools that are shaping the next generation of myositis discovery. Session Agenda3:00pm-3:10 | IntroductionIntroduction Andrew Heaton, PhD, Chief […]
Cure JM Virtual Mental Health Summit – April 2026
Cure JM recently hosted its Mental Health Summit, bringing together experts in pediatric anxiety and rheumatology to focus on integrating mental health support into care for children with juvenile myositis. Dr. Eli Lebowitz (Yale School of Medicine) introduced Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE), an evidence-based approach that equips parents with practical tools to […]
RESET-Myositis Trial: CAR-T Cell Therapy (CABA-201)
Contact Info: A phase 1/ 2 clinical trial, investigating a treatment that uses your own T cells to treat myositis Who Can Participate: A study physician will determine final eligibility. How It Works: The trial is enrolling at multiple locations across the U.S., including: Accepting Juvenile Patients: Pediatric sites typically accept patients age 6 through […]
Cure JM Virtual Summit on Juvenile Idiopathic Inflammatory Myopathies – January 2026
January 15, 2026 In January, the Cure JM Clinical Care Network was pleased to invite juvenile dermatomyositis healthcare professionals to join us virtually for the latest presentations from world-leading researchers and clinicians on advancements in basic research, translational studies, and best-practice clinical care in juvenile dermatomyositis. This event featured sessions on various topics, with the […]
Cure JM September 2025 – Virtual Summit
Cure JM Virtual Summit on Juvenile Idiopathic Inflammatory Myopathies September 25, 2025 In September, the Cure JM Clinical Care Network was pleased to invite juvenile dermatomyositis healthcare professionals to join us virtually for the latest presentations from world-leading researchers and clinicians on advancements in basic research, translational studies, and best-practice clinical care in juvenile dermatomyositis. […]
From Seed Grant to Scientific Breakthrough: How a Lab-Grown Muscle Could Change the Future of JM Treatment
It started with a small bet on a big idea. A few years ago, Cure JM took a chance, providing seed funding to Dr. Lauren Covert and her team at Duke University. Their goal? To build something no one had seen before: a living, lab-grown replica of human muscle that could mimic the effects of juvenile myositis (JM).
Cure JM Backed NATA Project Finds New Way to “Turn Off” Myositis Inflammation
Backed by funding from the Cure JM Foundation, scientists at the UK’s Nucleic Acid Therapy Accelerator (NATA) are creating tiny medicines that press the “quiet” button on the immune system’s mistaken alarm that causes myositis. How Is the Immune System Misbehaving in JM? Think of your immune system like a safety alarm. Interferon beta is […]
Cure JM May 2025 – Virtual Summit
In May, the Cure JM Clinical Care Network was pleased to invite juvenile dermatomyositis healthcare professionals to join us virtually for the latest presentations from world-leading researchers and clinicians on advancements in basic research, translational studies, and best-practice clinical care in juvenile dermatomyositis.
Understanding Second-Line Treatments and Side Effects
Second-line treatments refer to options beyond steroids and methotrexate. They are designed to manage JM while reducing reliance on those medications. We understand that adding new treatments to your child’s regimen can be intimidating. However, rest assured that your doctor has carefully considered the benefits and risks of each option to design the best treatment plan for your family.
Cure JM January 2025 – Virtual Summit
In January, the Cure JM Clinical Care Network was pleased to invite juvenile dermatomyositis healthcare professionals to join us virtually for the latest presentations from world-leading researchers and clinicians on advancements in basic research, translational studies, and best-practice clinical care in juvenile dermatomyositis.
Cure JM September 2024 – Virtual Summit
We are pleased to invite all juvenile dermatomyositis healthcare professionals to join us virtually for the latest presentations, sharing clinical best practices to help providers diagnose, treat, and care for juvenile myositis patients.
Cure JM May 2024 – Virtual Symposium
The Cure JM Clinical Care Network hosted our second quarterly virtual symposium of 2024, “Juvenile Dermatomyositis – Advances in Clinical Care, Basic Research, and Translational Studies.” World-leading researchers and clinicians presented sessions on various topics, with the primary goal of enhancing the overall patient and provider experience through collaboration and best practice sharing.
Embedded Behavioral Health Care in a Center of Excellence
A recently published study on integrating mental health care into a pediatric rheumatology specialty clinic, supported by the Cure JM Foundation, concluded that the need for mental health care is great and despite the challenges, with the coordination of various stakeholders, it is possible. Published in Frontiers, the principal authors were Dr. Susan Shenoi, a pediatric […]
Clinician Drive
Cure JM is an organization of parents, patients, and clinicians whose mission is to fund JM research, care, and support. We offer peer-support for every member of the family to help them thrive in their daily life with JM, comply with medication instructions, and connect with other families. We invite all clinicians of pediatric or […]
Published Research Studies and Abstracts Supported by Cure JM
There are a number of published studies about juvenile myositis. Browse this list of over 100 published research studies and abstracts.
10th Annual Cure JM Medical Symposium
The 10th Annual Cure JM Medical Symposium in partnership with Duke University happened May 13th, 2023, virtually, with presentations from world-leading researchers and clinicians on advancements in basic research, translational studies, and best practice clinical care in juvenile dermatomyositis. For clinicians, researchers, and healthcare professionals unable to attend the event, we are honored to share […]
Emotional and Mental Health Information for Medical Providers
We recommend that mental health assessment and treatment options be an integral part of comprehensive care for children, adolescents, and adults with juvenile myositis.