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Restless Leg Syndrome/Willis-Ekbom Disease Awareness Day is on Monday

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Did you know that PatientsLikeMe is located up in Boston? For us New Englanders, the end of September isn’t just about falling leaves and colder weather; it’s also about Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) Awareness Day. On September 23rd, medical organizations all across the world will join together to raise awareness for this health condition, which affects […]

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It’s Global Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Day!

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Do you know someone with pulmonary fibrosis? Thanks to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, today – Sept 7th – is dedicated to raising awareness about this condition and sharing the stories of patients living with PF. It’s Global Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Day, and we want to do our part to help raise awareness of this lung condition. Pulmonary

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Irritable Bowel Syndrome Awareness Month

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Did you know that between 9%-23% of people around the world suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)? However, many remain undiagnosed and just aren’t aware “that their symptoms indicate a medically recognized disorder.”[1] April is IBS Awareness Month and the International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders (IFFGD) is working to get information out to the

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With you every step of the way- PatientsLikeMeInMotion

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Many of you are helping to raise awareness about your conditions. You’re not only encouraging support and donations, you’re spreading knowledge and eliminating stigmas. We want to help support your disease awareness efforts too, with PatientsLikeMeInMotionTM. Over the years, we’ve sponsored hundreds of fundraising teams through our PatientsLikeMeInMotion program. Let us sponsor your team next

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Raising Awareness for Parkinson’s Disease

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Did you know that four to six million people have Parkinson’s disease (PD) worldwide? And that 50,000-60,000 new cases of PD are diagnosed each year in the US?[1] April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month and there are more ways than ever for you to “Join the Fight” against this neurodegenerative brain disorder. The Parkinson’s Disease Foundation

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Spirited Support at the Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis

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We’ve sponsored hundreds of fundraising teams through our PatientsLikeMeInMotion program, but we’re pretty sure this team wins the blue ribbon for most festive. Please meet PatientsLikeMe member Kennqueen’s very colorful team, who donned their best tutus and striped socks for the Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis in Richland, Washington, on November 17, 2012.  Kennqueen has

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My War with Psoriasis: An Interview with British Blogger Simon

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Welcome to the latest installment of our “Spotlighted Blogger” series.  Earlier this year, we focused on psoriasis bloggers, including Lissa, Alisha B., Jessica and Joni, and today we’re pleased to add a male perspective to the mix.  PatientsLikeMe member Simon’s witty blog, entitled My Skin and I, discusses his decade-long battle with psoriasis, a chronic autoimmune condition that

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Today’s Photo: Enthusiasm and Hope at Walk MS

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“There is still no cure, but at least now, thanks to these fundraising events, there are advancements in patient care, and there is hope.” – Multiple sclerosis (MS) patient Judy It may be winter now, but plans for next year’s disease-related fundraising events are underway.  The question is:  will you be taking part? For inspiration,

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