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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…
Written by Victoria Martinez Faces of Ataxia Research highlights scientists whose work is supported by grants from NAF. Each story shows how our donors are Read More…
The National Ataxia Foundation (NAF) led a survey of people with Ataxia and their families in January 2025. The goal of the survey was to get Read More…
This is a periodic newsletter for Ataxia clinicians to keep them up-to-date on patient resources and other medical news. To begin receiving this newsletter, join Read More…
Hello, I’m Abdulrahman – in the beginning I was shocked, but then I digested the news, my lifestyle and way of living really helped me Read More…
Living and Dying with Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 7: A Carer’s Perspective Affiliation: Husband and primary carer of patient with confirmed SCA7 (ATXN7 gene, 10/49 CAG Read More…
http://youtu.be/sYccDzT25eY?si=f6GkonkY4FvsyFHy The video above is from Maitreyi’s personal YouTube channel, in which she discusses her experiences living with Ataxia. Mature topics are discussed, viewer discretion is Read More…
When I turned 20, I started to notice something was different about me. I had a brain MRI, which showed that I probably had Ataxia. 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 This webinar will give an overview of the causes and symptoms of Toxic Exposure Ataxia, the typical diagnostic journey for those affected, and what to expect for 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…
