Unlock the Secrets Within Inside the Cell – Discovering the Key to New Treatments & Cures


Join us in hearing from Dr. Turnier and Dr. Neely as they dive into the cutting-edge world of cellular research, where breakthroughs are paving the way for innovative JDM treatments. Explore how understanding the intricate workings of cells is revolutionizing medicine and bringing us closer to life-changing solutions. Join us on this journey of discovery because the key to a healthier future starts at the cellular level.

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Our Story

Cure JM was founded 19 years ago by a small group of volunteers who wanted to change the world for children with a rare disease few had ever heard of—juvenile myositis, or JM.

May 2025 Town Hall, Dr. Ardalan

Tapering Medication

Cure JM hosted a special Town Hall featuring Dr. Kaveh Ardalan, Co-Director of the Duke Children’s Myositis Center, a Cure JM Center of Excellence. The

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Madi’s Story

Kindergarten is about making friends, learning how to count by two’s, and reading Biscuit books. But for Madi, Kindergarten was not so simple.

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