FPN News Archives | The Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy

A powerful new study to predict progression and improve care in anti-MAG neuropathy

Posted on March 12, 2026 (March 31, 2026) by Melvin Craig

We are proud to announce that with the help from generous donors, the Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy is funding an important new research study. We are investing $525,000 over the next three years to support this work. This project brings hope to people living with IgM peripheral neuropathy (IgM-PNP), also including anti-MAG neuropathy. It is a rare nerve disease that can be very unpredictable. […]

Neuropathy News March 2026

Posted on March 10, 2026 (March 10, 2026) by Jane Bartmann

Nominations Open: PRMRP Consumer Reviewer (Due March 17) The Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs (CDMRP) is looking for new consumer reviewers to join upcoming scientific review panels. If you are a PN patient and want to review research grants, this opportunity is for you! This year, $370 million has been approved for the program. Peripheral […]

Why we’re updating our logo – and why our commitment to the neuropathy community remains strong

Posted on March 9, 2026 (March 20, 2026) by Jane Bartmann

For nearly two decades, the Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy (FPN) has been a trusted place for people living with peripheral neuropathy (PN). We provide information, support, and a sense of community. As our work has expanded, our audience has grown too. Because of this, it’s important that our visual identity shows who we are now […]

Neuropathy News Feb. 2026

Posted on February 12, 2026 (February 12, 2026) by Jane Bartmann

Critical funding restored for medical research After a huge cut in 2025, research funding for the Department of Defense’s Peer Reviewed Medical Research Program is finally back to its earlier level: $370 million.  This is great news for people living with peripheral neuropathy. Each year, we work hard to make sure PN is one of the topics that can receive this funding. The more […]

2025 content recap

Posted on December 22, 2025 (December 29, 2025) by Jane Bartmann

As we’re wrapping up 2025, we want to highlight some of our most popular content. In case you missed it, here are some of our top viewed items. Our most popular blog post of 2025: When neuropathy turned Matt and Cassie’s world upside down, they discovered the power of advocacy and honest support. Read Cassie’s […]

Neuropathy News Dec. 2025

Posted on December 9, 2025 (December 9, 2025) by Jane Bartmann

November was Diabetes Awareness Month Diabetes affects millions of people. It is a major cause of peripheral neuropathy. Last month, we shared information to help you understand how diabetes develops. We explained why it can damage nerves, and what you can do to stay healthy. Learning the signs early and managing blood sugar can lower […]

The Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy Received Transformational Gift

Posted on November 17, 2025 (November 17, 2025) by Melvin Craig

We are honored to share that on October 20, 2025, the Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy (FPN) received the incredible gift of a substantial sum from our longtime supporter and friend, Lynne Warner. This generous donation, given in her memory, will have a lasting impact and bring hope to the peripheral neuropathy community. About Lynne Warner […]

Neuropathy News Nov. 2025

Posted on November 11, 2025 (November 10, 2025) by Jane Bartmann

Research update with Dr. Michelassi Francesco Michelassi, MD, PhD, Physician and Lead Scientist at the University of Virginia Health and the 2024 Clinical Research Training Scholarship (CRTS) recipient, shares his work studying Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy (CIPN). He explains how his research could help protect nerves and lead to new treatments. Learn how FPN helped Dr. […]

Neuropathy News Oct. 2025

Posted on October 29, 2025 (October 29, 2025) by Jane Bartmann

Celebrating Jack Miller, FPN’s founder on FPN Day Tomorrow, FPN celebrates its 18th anniversary. In honor of our founding, we are proud to celebrate Jack Miller, the man who founded the Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy. In his previous patient story from 2011, Jack shared the complete history of why he started FPN and his own long journey with peripheral neuropathy. […]

New Board Member, George Montague: Helping People Live Healthier Lives

Posted on October 21, 2025 (October 22, 2025) by Melvin Craig

Meet George Montague, Treasurer, Board of Directors at the Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy We’re excited to welcome George Montague to our board of directors. Montague has worked in the healthcare field for many years and knows a lot about how to run companies. Now, he wants to use that knowledge to help people living with […]