The Potential of JAKs in Fighting JM
In our June 2024 “Ask the Doc” Town Hall, Dr. Julie Paik joins in a Q&A session to shed light on what JAK inhibitors are, how they work in JM, when parents might consider discussing JAKs as a treatment option, and the pros and cons of their use.
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 […]
Peer Support
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 […]
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 […]
Mental and Emotional Health FAQ for Caregivers
Why is emotional/mental health important to our JM kids? Where can I find out more about mental health issues for our JM kids? Where can I learn more about how JM influences anxiety and depression? Where can I learn more about the signs of anxiety and depression in kids and teens? Where can I get […]