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 […]
Diabetes is the main cause of peripheral neuropathy. We’re supporting diabetes awareness month by promoting diabetes education. By learning about what can increase your risk of getting diabetes and the signs that show you might have it, you can take steps to prevent it or manage it better. And keeping your diabetes under control reduces […]
November is National Family Caregivers Month, a time to honor the amazing people who give their time and energy to care for others. Many caregivers work full-time jobs while also supporting a loved one living with peripheral neuropathy. Their kindness and dedication make a big difference every day. This month, we want to thank them and remind everyone […]
When Matt first began showing signs of neuropathy, he and his wife, Cassie, didn’t realize how difficult the journey ahead would be. They faced confusing advice, failed treatments, and constant worries about the future. Through it all, they learned how important it is to have honest information and real support. Cassie shares their story in […]
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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. […]
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. […]
An update 14 years later by Jack Miller, FPN founder “18 years ago, I founded the Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy because I was looking for a cure for my (and others’) neuropathy. We haven’t found it yet, but the search is continuing, and The Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy is helping in many ways. Your support […]
10 marathons. 26.2 miles. 1 mission. Please join us in celebrating PN patient and FPN friend Dieter’s incredible journey running Chicago 10 times! Now with a new purpose: raising awareness and funds for peripheral neuropathy. Diagnosed with idiopathic polyneuropathy in 2024, Dieter continues to run strong, proving that resilience and advocacy go hand in hand. Join […]
Spending time outside has lots of positive effects on people, like boosting vitamin D, reducing anxiety, improving sleep and concentration. But a tiny tick can turn what’s normally an enjoyable experience into a health concern. Tick bites can transmit pathogens that can cause diseases in humans and pets. Things like Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, Alpha-gal […]
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In fiscal year 2025, the funding for the Peer Reviewed Medical Research Program (PRMRP) was decreased from its fiscal year 2024 level of $370 million to $150 million. We’re hopeful that the fiscal year 2026 Defense Budget will bring back full funding and once again include peripheral neuropathy as a condition that can be researched. […]