September 2024
Genetic Testing Survey
Next month, FPN will be hosting an educational program on hereditary neuropathies and genetic testing. This program is generously being sponsored by Alnylam Pharmaceuticals. Stay tuned for more details.
To prepare for this topic, we are asking interested patients to please take this survey on genetic testing. It will provide us with a great baseline of understanding on this topic and allow us to better cater the program to the audience.
Take survey.
You’re Invited!
On Thursday, Sept. 19, at 8:00 p.m. ET, Dr. Francesco Michelassi, recipient of the 2024 clinical research training scholarship in peripheral neuropathy, is scheduled to present an overview of his research on chemo-induced neuropathy. His grant is funded by FPN to support the next generation of research in the field of PN.
This event will feature the 2024 class of next generation research grant recipients.
Medical Marijuana and PN
On Sept. 5, Jessica Robinson-Papp, MD joined FPN in an educational webinar about the use of medical marijuana for PN patients. In case you missed it, please watch the recording here.
All past educational programs can be found on our website for future reference.
Save the Date: October Day of Giving
On October 15, FPN celebrates its 17th anniversary with a day of giving. Our goal is to raise $17,000 to support patients who are impacted by PN.
FPN was founded in 2007 by a PN patient who wanted to see a world without neuropathy. Every day, FPN researchers, doctors, staff, and volunteers are working toward cures. Your support is critical in our work. Please plan to participate in this day!
These good habits can help ease PN symptoms
In this short article, a few tips are shared to help ease symptoms that many patients suffer with. Such good habits discussed are a healthy diet, movement, and comfy footwear.
Supplements for neuropathy
In this article, a registered dietician nutritionist explains the claims and the research on supplements that may help manage neuropathic symptoms.
More information on supplements can be found on our website.