Why Should I Consider Getting a Second Opinion for My JM Child
Learning that your child has Juvenile Myositis may feel overwhelming. Second opinions can confirm a diagnosis, help you understand different treatment options, and review your child’s current treatment plan to ensure it’s the right one for your family.
Myositis Specific Antibodies (MSAs): What Families Need to Know
Myositis-specific antibodies (MSAs) are associated with certain symptoms in JM patients. In some cases, knowing the MSA of a patient may help clinicians look out for certain symptoms and guide treatment decisions.
The Importance of Research
Research is vital to finding better treatments and a cure for juvenile myositis. Cure JM funds research studies through our Cure JM Centers of Excellence and the Cure JM Clinical Care Network.
Cure JM Foundation Literature
The following brochures, handouts and posters are available for online viewing and printing. If you need professionally printed copies for an event, please contact us.
Family News
The Cure JM Foundation produces a monthly newsletter with the latest news and updates about Juvenile Myositis. Please click to read past issues of the Family News.
Support Cure JM Foundation
Cure JM Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, volunteer-managed organization dedicated to finding a cure for juvenile myositis (JM).
Parker’s Journey and the Start of Cure JM
At age 4 Parker was diagnosed with juvenile dermatomyositis. Only 2 in a million children are affected. We started Cure JM to find a cure and help kids like Parker.