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When Mark Minkin signed up for Xtreme Hike, he wasn’t just taking on a mountain. He was taking on a challenge that would honor his Read More…
Enhancing Community Through Professional Support For decades, NAF Support Groups have provided a welcoming place for people living with Ataxia, caregivers, family members, and loved Read More…
Guest Author: Pinalben “Pinky” Patel My vision has never been 20/20. Okay, maybe it was up until my preteen years. This disease I have affects Read More…
Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs) are standards for nonclinical research studies. These standards must be met before the research data can be accepted and reviewed by a regulatory agency. A nonclinical study involves experiments to determine the safety of a product. But not in people! Read More…
“So what we think you have is something called autoimmune cerebellar ataxia.” Cool. Cool. Cool- No idea what that is. Countless blood tests, a few MRIs and a Read More…
As a child I experienced hypnogogic states REM dysfunction and night terrors. As I go older I developed sleep attacks and falling. I went to a sleep specialist and was diagnosed w Read More…
I am Lucas Marins, Brazilian, 31 years old. My grandfather died with ataxia SCA3, my aunt is completely paralyzed already, my mother is 64 years Read More…
Saga of a CHAIR Prajakta Samant and Amit Patil When we hear a word “chair”, the first thing that comes to an Indian’s mind is electoral seat in politics. But don’t worry—I’m not going there today. To hell with politics. I’m here to talk Read More…
EASTERN TIME ZONE The Pittsburgh Coast Walk N’ Roll will bring together families, friends, co-workers, neighbors, and the community to support NAF’s mission to accelerate the development of treatments and Read More…
EASTERN TIME ZONE Support group meetings are a great way to socialize and learn with others who are affected by Ataxia. We welcome you to join us! The discussion is Read More…
EASTERN TIME ZONE Support group meetings are a great way to socialize and learn with others who are affected by Ataxia. We welcome you to join us! The discussion is Read More…
CENTRAL TIME ZONE The National Ataxia Foundation is proud to sponsor the continuation of the Let’s Move Exercise and Wellness Program, a virtual series hosted by Johns Hopkins University. This Read More…
