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Thursday, December 28th On the 4th Thursday of every month, look for a new episode of FSHD Radio: Hot off the Press. Each month we will bring you a short-form show that will bring you the latest and greatest from the FSHD Society, including research updates, upcoming events, and important developments to keep you updated […]
First Wednesday of every month 5:00 pm ET | 4:00 pm CT | 3:00 pm MT | 2:00 pm PT We're starting the year off by discussion about spreading our wings with ancillary groups. we'll also be sharing favorite life hacks and what's on our minds - setting our agenda for the coming year. We […]
5:00 pm ET | 4:00 pm CT | 3:00 pm MT | 2:00 pm PT We're starting the new year off with an ice breaker online card game. Kind of silly but it's also an effective way to stimulate interesting conversations that will help us all get to know one another better. We hope you'll […]
18:00 PM CET | 17:00 PM UK | 12:00 PM Noon ET | 11:00 AM CT | 10:00 AM MT | 9:00 AM PT We kick off 2024 with something new and completely different. At the first session, we will launch the “0 to 1000” 14 Day Challenge… - Pick an exercise, - Start on day […]
8:00 pm ET | 7:00 pm CT | 6:00 pm MT | 5:00 pm PT In some individuals with FSHD, surgery to anchor the shoulder blades to the ribcage can help restore the ability to raise the arms above shoulder height. For the first time ever, we are convening a group of individuals who have […]
Join host Tim Hollenback and special guest Chelsea Moeller for a discussion of living with FSHD, from diagnosis to trial participation. Tim also teases some updates to FSHD Radio. On the 2nd Tuesday of every month, we will bring you a new episode of FSHD Radio: Community Profiles. This long-form show includes profiles of the […]
8:00 PM ET | 7:00 PM CT | 6:00 PM MT | 5:00 PM PT For parents, figuring out how to advocate in schools for a child with a disability is like venturing into a jungle without a map or a compass. Having someone to guide you is invaluable. Our guest this month is Shauna […]
With Nicol Voermans, MD PhD, and Nathaniël Rasing, MD 19:00 CET | 18:00 UK | 1:00 PM ET | 12:00 PM CT | 11:00 AM MT | 10:00am PT While FSHD patients wait for new drugs to slow the progression of muscle weakness, Dr. Voermans emphasizes that there are many interventions already that can have […]
Join host Tim Hollenback for a special conversation with Marisa Spain. Marisa, known for Disabled in Nature, her YouTube channel and Instagram, discusses living with Early On-Set FSHD, barriers to receiving mobility devices and assistance, and accessibility in nature and outdoor environments. Share your thoughts, or post questions in the comments section. You can also […]
18:00 PM CET | 17:00 PM UK | 12:00 PM Noon ET | 11:00 AM CT | 10:00 AM MT | 9:00 AM PT We kick off 2024 with something new and completely different. At the first session on January 11, we launched the “0 to 1000” 14 Day Challenge… – Pick an exercise, – Start […]
8:00 – 9:00 PM ET | 7-8pm CT | 6-7pm MT | 5-6pm PT This monthly meeting is for those of you who are providing care to loved ones with FSHD. This virtual meeting is a safe and supportive space to share your experiences, challenges, and helpful tips with other care partners (the term we […]
First Wednesday of every month 5:00 pm ET | 4:00 pm CT | 3:00 pm MT | 2:00 pm PT Thanks to our members for responding to our annual survey! Based on your feedback, this month's discussion topics revolve around planning for next steps: What to do when your current care giving plan isn’t working […]
18:00 PM CET | 17:00 PM UK | 12:00 PM Noon ET | 11:00 AM CT | 10:00 AM MT | 9:00 AM PT This month, Frank Hanley will present a series of exercises for the hip flexors. “I have had some difficulty with steps for a while," he says. "Suddenly, climbing steps has become quite a […]
5:00 pm ET | 4:00 pm CT | 3:00 pm MT | 2:00 pm PT This month we will discuss Ayurvedic medicine, the ancient Indian system of integrative, holistic medicine. Treatments are personalized and include lifestyle, yogo, diet, and medicinal formulations, mostly plant-based. We will hear from individuals with FSHD who have used Ayurvedic approaches, […]
Tuesday, February 13th In this month's Community Profiles episode, Tim sits down with Jane Nemke, an accredited International Association Color Consultant and the founder of Designs to Thrive. Jane shares her inspiring journey into Universal Design as a means to create flexible and age-friendly living spaces, driven by her personal experience with FSHD. Through the […]
Breathing with FSHD, Andrea Klein 19:00 CET | 18:00 UK | 1:00 PM ET | 12:00 PM CT | 11:00 AM MT | 10:00 AM PT Today’s webinar discusses how to monitor and manage breathing issues that can arise in people with FSHD. Our presenter, Andrea Klein, founded Breathe with MD, Inc. in memory of […]
8:00 pm ET | 7:00 pm CT | 6:00 pm MT | 5:00 pm PT Please join Robert Ro and the Young Adults group for a discussion on Preventative Care & Managing Secondary Complications! Many of us face challenges beyond reach and mobility, or know that we are at greater risk for secondary complications, and […]
8:00 PM ET | 7:00 PM CT | 6:00 PM MT | 5:00 PM PT This month, we'll be sharing news from the FSHD Society's annual Volunteer Leadership Summit in Chicago. Debbie Eggleston and Kristin Zwickau attended in person while Ally Roets beamed herself in via Zoom. They will discuss the progress in pediatric FSHD […]
18:00 PM CET | 17:00 PM UK | 12:00 PM Noon ET | 11:00 AM CT | 10:00 AM MT | 9:00 AM PT We review the hip flexor exercises from two weeks ago. We will be doing exercises on the floor so you may want to use a yoga mat. Frank Hanley will present a […]
Tuesday, February 27th We’re thrilled to share a conversation with Danny Kurtzman and Shane Stanger, the duo behind Good Bad Things! Their film is currently making waves (and taking home awards!) in the festival circuit for its moving story as well as groundbreaking representation of disability. Danny, the film’s star, is an actor living with […]
8:00 – 9:00 PM ET | 7-8pm CT | 6-7pm MT | 5-6pm PT This monthly meeting is for those of you who are providing care to loved ones with FSHD. This virtual meeting is a safe and supportive space to share your experiences, challenges, and helpful tips with other care partners (the term we […]
First Wednesday of every month 5:00 pm ET | 4:00 pm CT | 3:00 pm MT | 2:00 pm PT Join us for a presentation on menopause and women with FSHD, from Drs. Thornburg and Mitchell Linder, from the University of Rochester Medical Center, Ob-Gyn department. This is our second presentation from Dr. Thornburg. We […]
5:00 pm ET | 4:00 pm CT | 3:00 pm MT | 2:00 pm PT This month, we welcome Isaac and Ora Prilleltensky, who literally wrote the book on How People Matter. Ora is a regular moderator for the Wellness Hour. Her husband Isaac has presented several webinars on mental health and well-being. "Mattering" is […]
Tuesday, March 12 Tim will be joined by Lonwabo Nene, scriptwriter, filmmaker, and FSHD advocate from South Africa. If you've seen his engaging sessions on Feeling Fit, you know Lonwabo has invaluable insights to share! In this episode, he'll talk about his journey with FSHD, from the struggle for diagnosis to actively managing his symptoms […]
18:00 PM CET | 17:00 PM UK | 12:00 PM Noon ET | 11:00 AM CT | 10:00 AM MT | 9:00 AM PT Rita Lynn (far right) with her family This month, Rita Lynn will lead sessions on adaptive yoga. Rita will focus on the meditative aspects of yoga during this Zoom session. She also […]
9:00 a.m. Mountain Time doors open | 10:00-3:00 p.m. MT conference sessions The FSHD Society, in collaboration with FSHD Canada Foundation and the University of Calgary, AB, Canada, is hosting the first-ever Canadian FSHD 360 conference. Dr. Lawrence Korngut and his colleagues will share the latest news on the Canadian clinical trial research network, cutting-edge […]
7-8pm ET | 6-7pm CT | 5-6pm MT | 4-5pm PT Texas Virtual Happy Hour, Sunday, March 17, 2024 TIME: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm CT WHERE: Virtually via Zoom Pour your favorite beverage and come here the great news - FSHD 360 is coming to Texas! Join us for a virtual happy hour where […]
8:00 pm ET | 7:00 pm CT | 6:00 pm MT | 5:00 pm PT Many of us have tried or are curious about CBD and medical marijuana to treat pain, anxiety, etc. Our featured guests this month, Claire Szabo-Cassella and Lou Cassella, will share their experiences in seeking relief for Claire, who lives with […]
8:00 PM ET | 7:00 PM CT | 6:00 PM MT | 5:00 PM PT As we plan the 2024 FSHD Connect conference--the largest gathering for patients, families, clinicians, and researchers--we want to provide activities and spaces for kids and teens. Join us to learn more about FSHD Connect and help us brainstorm fun and […]
Finding reliable health information on the Internet, with Tina Griffin 19:00 CET | 18:00 UK | 1:00 PM ET | 12:00 PM CT | 11:00 AM MT | 10:00am PT Most of us turn to “Dr. Google” to find medical and health information, but how do we know the information is trustworthy? When our health […]
In this episode of Straight Talk, Tim is joined by David Rubin, NYC Chapter Leader. After a successful career in business and accounting, David discusses how he found new passions, and a way to keep busy in retirement, through board service and Chapter Program leadership. If you've heard of Magic for a Cure or participated […]
8:00 – 9:00 PM ET | 7-8pm CT | 6-7pm MT | 5-6pm PT This monthly meeting is for those of you who are providing care to loved ones with FSHD. This virtual meeting is a safe and supportive space to share your experiences, challenges, and helpful tips with other care partners (the term we […]
18:00 PM CET | 17:00 PM UK | 12:00 PM Noon ET | 11:00 AM CT | 10:00 AM MT | 9:00 AM PT As Rita Lynn has had to cancel her yoga session with us, we are happy to welcome Frank Hanley, who will lead us through some Qi Gong exercises. He always comes up […]
First Wednesday of every month 5:00 pm ET | 4:00 pm CT | 3:00 pm MT | 2:00 pm PT This month we will continue our discussion on what to do when your current care plan isn't working anymore. As always, expect a wealth of practical tips, sympathy, and the supportive company of awesome women. […]
5:00 pm ET | 4:00 pm CT | 3:00 pm MT | 2:00 pm PT This month, Rick Whitehead will share his experience having surgery to reinforce weak abdominal muscles (the cause of the "pregnant belly" silhouette). We're being tongue in cheek about this being a "tummy tuck," as it's not a cosmetic procedure but […]
18:00 PM CET | 17:00 PM UK | 12:00 PM Noon ET | 11:00 AM CT | 10:00 AM MT | 9:00 AM PT We welcome back Trish Kean, who will lead us through a session of Shaking Qi Gong. Shaking helps us to open up our joints or energy gates and meridians allowing the free […]
8:30PM ET | 7:30PM CT | 6:30PM MT | 5:30PM PT Saturday, April 13, 2024, 6:30pm MT at the Boise State University Special Events Center Raise money to fund research into cures for FSHD. Don't miss the Idaho Talent Fest, featuring a variety of performers. Enjoy a night of entertainment and vote for your favorite […]
8:00 pm ET | 7:00 pm CT | 6:00 pm MT | 5:00 pm PT Dani Liptak If you are experiencing some level of disability from your FSHD symptoms (or other issues, for that matter), what are your rights to accessible public spaces, work environments, education, etc.? Does the law protect you? Dani Liptak, a […]
8:00 PM ET | 7:00 PM CT | 6:00 PM MT | 5:00 PM PT When a child has a progressive, disabling condition like FSHD, the transition to adulthood and independent life can be challenge, as much for parents as for the new adult. Sherry Aiken guides many youths (and their families) through this process. […]
With Jennifer Egert, PhD, and patients and family members 19:00 CET | 18:00 UK | 1:00 PM ET | 12:00 PM CT | 11:00 AM MT | 10:00am PT This month's webinar will be a roundtable discussion on the challenges of communicating with those close to you about FSHD, how it is impacting you, and […]
In this episode, FSHD Straight Talk host Tim Hollenback speaks with Trish about life during and after diagnosis. In this candid conversation Trish (last name withheld for privacy) and Tim discuss the impact of physical therapy, the frustrations that PTs often know or do more than PCPs, and additional intricacies and intimacies of living with […]
18:00 PM CET | 17:00 PM UK | 12:00 PM Noon ET | 11:00 AM CT | 10:00 AM MT | 9:00 AM PT Donna Russo will lead today's session on chair yoga. Donna is a dancer, actress, and activist. She has performed with wheelchair dance troupes and made a series of YouTube videos, Donna on […]
9:00 a.m. US Central Time doors open | 10:00-3:00 p.m. US CT conference sessions Save the date!! The FSHD Society, in collaboration with the University of San Antonio Health Science Center, University of Texas Austin Medical School, and University of Texas Southwest Medical School, is hosting our first-ever Texas FSHD 360 conference. Dr. Matthew Wicklund […]
8:00 – 9:00 PM ET | 7-8pm CT | 6-7pm MT | 5-6pm PT This monthly meeting is for those of you who are providing care to loved ones with FSHD. This virtual meeting is a safe and supportive space to share your experiences, challenges, and helpful tips with other care partners (the term we […]
First Wednesday of every month 5:00 pm ET | 4:00 pm CT | 3:00 pm MT | 2:00 pm PT This month's discussion will focus on promoting a positive outlook. Staying positive can be challenging while one is dealing with uncertainty and experiencing emotional needs of lifestyle changes. How do we cope with the pain […]
18:00 PM CET | 17:00 PM UK | 12:00 PM Noon ET | 11:00 AM CT | 10:00 AM MT | 9:00 AM PT This month we have the pleasure of welcoming Arielle Levy, a physical therapist who trained with Julie Herschberg (legendary in our community). We're eager to meet the next generation of PTs who […]
5:00 pm ET | 4:00 pm CT | 3:00 pm MT | 2:00 pm PT Chaplain Deb Calhoun Many of us procrastinate when it comes to planning for the future, especially when the future could include illness, disability, having to find caregivers, financial uncertainty, or the prospect of having to turn over control of your […]
In this laid back episode, Tim discusses music, San Diego chapter program involvement, and staying strong in the face of slow progression with Callum Arras. Bridging their nearly 20 year age gap, Hollenback and Arras find common ground in their belief that self-knowledge, willpower, and determination helps them maintain activities, mobility, and their sense of […]
1:00 PM ET | noon CT | 11:00 AM MT | 10:00 AM PT Josie Godfrey There is great progress toward new medicines for FSHD, but even when a drug does make it to market, patients may not be able to afford it because insurers and government payers often delay or deny access because they […]
8:00 pm ET | 7:00 pm CT | 6:00 pm MT | 5:00 pm PT This month we'll learn about kratom, a medical herb, from Young Adults group co-moderator Chandler Young. About himself Chandler says "I’m 23 and live in North Carolina, was formally diagnosed with FSHD at 16 but showed symptoms very early in […]
8:00 PM ET | 7:00 PM CT | 6:00 PM MT | 5:00 PM PT CHANGE NOTICE: Instead of recapping Hill Day, we welcome our esteemed guest, Heloise Hoffmann. Heloise Hoffmann Our guest is Heloise Hoffmann, who will share insights about coping with the diagnosis of FSHD based on her personal journey from age 13, […]
18:00 PM CET | 17:00 PM UK | 12:00 PM Noon ET | 11:00 AM CT | 10:00 AM MT | 9:00 AM PT This is part two of this month's series with Arielle Levy, a physical therapist who trained with Julie Herschberg (legendary in our community). Arielle will be discussing nerve mobility and pain. Postural impairments […]
When a busy schedule, family needs, and chronic pain limit your bandwidth, committing to regular exercise and healthy eating can be hard. In this episode of FSHD Straight Talk, host Tim Hollenback and guest Priscilla Sharun discuss their exercise routines, building strength through consistency, and the importance of committing to your health. For Priscilla, regular […]
8:00 – 9:00 PM ET | 7-8pm CT | 6-7pm MT | 5-6pm PT This monthly meeting is for those of you who are providing care to loved ones with FSHD. This virtual meeting is a safe and supportive space to share your experiences, challenges, and helpful tips with other care partners (the term we […]
First Wednesday of every month 5:00 pm ET | 4:00 pm CT | 3:00 pm MT | 2:00 pm PT This month's conversation topic is "How to keep a meaningful life in retirement or when you need to stop working." Many of us find fulfillment, identify, and a sense of mattering through our work outside […]
4:00-7:00pm ET | 3:00-6:00pm CT | 2:00-5:00pm MT | 1:00-4:00pm PT Pacific Northwest Day at the Ball Park Sunday, June 9, 2024, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm PT WHERE: Cheney Stadium, 2502 S Tyler St, Tacoma, WA 98405 Details: Greetings my PNW FSHD Chapter friends! SUMMER is just around the corner and that means time […]
5:00 pm ET | 4:00 pm CT | 3:00 pm MT | 2:00 pm PT Our guest this month is Diane Corrinne Buck, Gourmet Food Store Owner & Cooking enthusiast. "Having started my interest in food and cooking as a young girl, over the years I have dedicated my free time to recipe development, refining […]
On the second and fourth Tuesday of every month, listen for a new episode of FSHD Straight Talk with Tim Hollenback! These episodes highlight members of the FSHD Community who are living rich, full lives and diving into their experiences with FSHD. You can find new episodes on YouTube and Facebook. You can also listen […]
Virtual registration open until June 9th The FSHD Society’s annual FSHD International Research Congress is the premier global conference exclusively focused on facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD) research. World renowned clinicians, medical researchers, pharmaceutical industry leaders and basic scientists present and discuss new developments, reinforce collaborative efforts, facilitate new initiatives, and coordinate research and clinical activities. […]
18:00 PM CET | 17:00 PM UK | 12:00 PM Noon ET | 11:00 AM CT | 10:00 AM MT | 9:00 AM PT Are you a ‘Mouth Breather’? Do you wake up in the morning with a headache? This month, Frank Hanley returns to discuss the effects of ‘mouth breathing’ and how FSHD can cause […]
CONNECT 2024 will be hosted on June 15-16 in Denver, Colorado. CONNECT brings together world leaders in FSHD research, patient care, advocacy, education, and support. Held every two years, FSHD Connect is the world's biggest networking event for FSHD, bringing together hundreds of individuals and families living with FSH muscular dystrophy, clinicians, and researchers for […]
8:00 pm ET | 7:00 pm CT | 6:00 pm MT | 5:00 pm PT We are cancelling our June meeting because the Young Adults group will be recovering from a busy, exciting several days at the FSHD Connect conference in Denver. We will be back next month! FSHD Young Professionals is a social and […]
8:00 PM ET | 7:00 PM CT | 6:00 PM MT | 5:00 PM PT We are cancelling this month's meeting because we will be very busy with FSHD Connect. Join us next month for Early-Onset Parent Roundtable on the 3rd Tuesday of each month, where parents meet to exchange ideas, offer support, and gain […]
Join us for the annual World FSHD Day to raise awareness of FSHD globally over social media on June 20th! Learn about the orange slice selfie campaign and download our toolkit HERE. We will also be celebrating this day with special FSHD Radio mini-episodes that will be released throughout the day. More details to come!
1:00 PM ET | noon CT | 11:00 AM MT | 10:00 AM PT This World FSHD Day join the Avidity Biosciences team as they share an update on the FORTITUDETM study on FSHD University. The Avidity team, joined by Dr. Jeffrey Statland, University of Kansas Medical Center and FORTITUDE trial investigator, will present in-progress […]
On the second and fourth Tuesday of every month, listen for a new episode of FSHD Straight Talk with Tim Hollenback! These episodes highlight members of the FSHD Community who are living rich, full lives and diving into their experiences with FSHD. You can find new episodes on YouTube and Facebook. You can also listen […]
8:00 – 9:00 PM ET | 7-8pm CT | 6-7pm MT | 5-6pm PT This monthly meeting is for those of you who are providing care to loved ones with FSHD. This virtual meeting is a safe and supportive space to share your experiences, challenges, and helpful tips with other care partners (the term we […]
18:00 PM CET | 17:00 PM UK | 12:00 PM Noon ET | 11:00 AM CT | 10:00 AM MT | 9:00 AM PT In PART 2 of the June “Feeling Fit” sessions, Frank Hanley will review and discuss exercises presented in PART 1 and demonstrate additional breathwork exercises to promote nose breathing and help strengthen […]
5:00 pm ET | 4:00 pm CT | 3:00 pm MT | 2:00 pm PT This month's Wellness hour features In Home Preferred, an innovative company run and managed by two Occupational Therapists who are Certified Aging in Place Specialists (CAPS). Hailey Conway, OTR,OTD,MS, CAPS and Sam Koelmel, OTR, OTD, MS, CAPS are the owners […]
In this episode of FSHD Straight Talk, host Tim Hollenback talks with George Pollock, longtime member of the FSHD Society Board of Directors and a powerful advocate FSHD treatments. Join Tim and George for a conversation about the healing power of movement and to hear more about George’s passion for endurance athletics and upcoming participation […]
First Wednesday of every month* 5:00 pm ET | 4:00 pm CT | 3:00 pm MT | 2:00 pm PT *Note we have changed the date to July 10 due to the July 4 holiday. Our July topic will be: How to manage when our assistive devices cannot get us into a building, how to […]
18:00 PM CET | 17:00 PM UK | 12:00 PM Noon ET | 11:00 AM CT | 10:00 AM MT | 9:00 AM PT In PART 3 of the “Feeling Fit” Breathing and Breathwork sessions, Frank Hanley will review and discuss exercises presented in the first two workshops, and demonstrate additional breathwork exercises to improve breathing […]
8:00 pm ET | 7:00 pm CT | 6:00 pm MT | 5:00 pm PT This month, we invite everyone in the Young Adults community to join a conversation about how we build our community. How can this group support you with issues that are priorities in your life? What can we all work on […]
8:00 PM ET | 7:00 PM CT | 6:00 PM MT | 5:00 PM PT This year's FSHD Connect, held on June 15-16, had activities and breakouts dedicated to pediatric and early-onset FSHD. Ally Roets and Debbie Eggleston will share what happened, what was learned, and discuss how our community will follow up. Join us […]
19:00 CET | 18:00 GMT | 1:00 p.m. ET | 12:00 p.m. CT | 11:00 a.m. MT | 10:00 a.m. PT rpt The foods you eat impact your disease and can support improved muscle function in combination with supplementation and exercise. Using real FSHD patient food records, we will explore the journey to better nutrition […]
On the second and fourth Tuesday of every month, listen for a new episode of FSHD Straight Talk with Tim Hollenback! These episodes highlight members of the FSHD Community who are living rich, full lives and diving into their experiences with FSHD. You can find new episodes on YouTube and Facebook. You can also listen […]
18:00 PM CET | 17:00 PM UK | 12:00 PM Noon ET | 11:00 AM CT | 10:00 AM MT | 9:00 AM PT Our featured presenter, Andrea Jaworek, PT, is passionate about aquatic exercise for people with neuromuscular conditions. Andrea will be presenting on aquatic exercise, discussing the benefits and latest research, the aquatic precautions/contraindications, […]
8:00 – 9:00 PM ET | 7-8pm CT | 6-7pm MT | 5-6pm PT This monthly meeting is for those of you who are providing care to loved ones with FSHD. This virtual meeting is a safe and supportive space to share your experiences, challenges, and helpful tips with other care partners (the term we […]
7:00pm ET | 6:00pm CT | 5:00pm MT | 4:00pm PT Team Captain Rally & Social Hour Wednesday, July 31st Join us for our annual Team Captain Rally where we celebrate our amazing Team Captains and Walk Leaders for all of the incredible work that they do. We’ll provide a few tips and tricks for […]
First Wednesday of every month 5:00 pm ET | 4:00 pm CT | 3:00 pm MT | 2:00 pm PT We'll be discussing a variety of topics that have been raised recently: The types of providers we use to take care of our unique needs Managing fatigue How to maintain a sense of humor when […]
18:00 PM CET | 17:00 PM UK | 12:00 PM Noon ET | 11:00 AM CT | 10:00 AM MT | 9:00 AM PT Physical therapy and fitness training can both be beneficial to individuals with FSHD. Do you know the difference? When is PT called for? When does fitness training make sense? Join us to […]
5:00 pm ET | 4:00 pm CT | 3:00 pm MT | 2:00 pm PT Christina's World, by Andrew Wyeth Living with FSHD can stir complex emotions that are not easy to bring to the surface or articulate. Zee Zelinski, who was diagnosed with the condition as a young child, explores her world through art, […]
Meet Mary Beth McCabe, the passionate Captain of Team McCabe and the NJ Shore Walk & Roll Leader. As host Tim Hollenbeck drums up support for the 2024 Walk & Roll season, hear how Mary Beth got involved and learned to host a successful fundraiser. Mary Beth is a hoot, a holler, and a half. […]
Good Bad Things Theatrical Premiere For nearly a year, we’ve been following the journey of "Good Bad Things," and now, the award-winning film starring Danny Kurtzman, who lives with FSHD, will be screened in 50 AMC Theaters across the US on August 15th! "Good Bad Things" brings authentic disability representation to the big screen, challenging […]
The Muscle to Keep Life Moving™ Monday, August 19, 2024 9:00am-6:00pm ET The Cape Club of Sharon: 25 Tiot St, Sharon MA 02067 The FSHD Society is pleased to partner with Dyne Therapeutics to present the 2024 The Muscle to Keep Life Moving™ fundraising event to provide care and support, including, critically important mobility equipment, […]
8:00 pm ET | 7:00 pm CT | 6:00 pm MT | 5:00 pm PT We're excited to learn that Avidity will begin recruiting for Cohort C of its clinical trial this fall, and Cohort D sometime in early 2025. So it's timely to learn about how to become "trial ready" at the individual level. […]
8:00 PM ET | 7:00 PM CT | 6:00 PM MT | 5:00 PM PT Using real FSHD patient food records, we will explore the journey to better nutrition for FSHD and discuss the dietary choices that we make each day. Selina Lai, our Pacific Northwest Chapter director, has a registered dietitian credential and has […]
18:00 PM CET | 17:00 PM UK | 12:00 PM Noon ET | 11:00 AM CT | 10:00 AM MT | 9:00 AM PT Jhana Wilson, PT Physical therapy and exercise are important if you have FSHD, but making regular trips to a physical therapist can be challenging if you have mobility or transportation challenges. Join […]
In this episode, host Tim Hollenback talks with Dan Wilson, a retired respiratory therapist and NASCAR enthusiast. In addition to discussing resources for home safety and building support networks to help with FSHD’s relentless progression, Dan discusses his hope to build an FSHD community in the Indianapolis area. FSHers of Indiana, if you’re listening, reach […]
8:00 – 9:00 PM ET | 7-8pm CT | 6-7pm MT | 5-6pm PT This monthly meeting is for those of you who are providing care to loved ones with FSHD. This virtual meeting is a safe and supportive space to share your experiences, challenges, and helpful tips with other care partners (the term we […]
19:00 CET | 18:00 GMT | 1:00 p.m. ET | 12:00 p.m. CT | 11:00 a.m. MT | 10:00 a.m. PT BetterLife FSHD We are thrilled to announce the premiere of BetterLife FSHD, an innovative health platform dedicated to helping you take control of your well-being and advance FSHD research. With BetterLife FSHD, you can […]
First Wednesday of every month 5:00 pm ET | 4:00 pm CT | 3:00 pm MT | 2:00 pm PT This month, we will talk about the challenges of making and keeping friends, in light of our many mobility challenges and potential location changes AND how to cope with the jealousy that may creep up […]
5:00 pm ET | 4:00 pm CT | 3:00 pm MT | 2:00 pm PT Our speaker this month addresses an important topic that affects many in our community. Elizabeth Pendo is the Kellye Y. Testy Professor of Law and Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs at the University of Washington School of Law, and […]
Join host Tim Hollenback and guest Brittany Lauro for this honest conversation about love, relationships, and FSHD. A Team Captain and volunteer for the Sacramento Walk & Roll, Brittany is a world traveler who turned to photography as FSHD affected her ability to walk and hike. In addition to discussing the importance of spousal support, […]
18:00 PM CET | 17:00 PM UK | 12:00 PM Noon ET | 11:00 AM CT | 10:00 AM MT | 9:00 AM PT Chris Haven Chris Haven, from the Pacific Northwest chapter, will share her experiences working out with Alex Walker, a personal trainer and strength coach. She will share a video and discuss her […]
8:00 pm ET | 7:00 pm CT | 6:00 pm MT | 5:00 pm PT Christina's World, by Andrew Wyeth Living with FSHD can stir complex emotions that are not easy to bring to the surface or articulate. Zee Zelinski, who was diagnosed with the condition as a young child, explores her world through art, […]
8:00 PM ET | 7:00 PM CT | 6:00 PM MT | 5:00 PM PT Mitch Wade, a fitness trainer from Portland, Oregon, is a legend in the FSHD community for his understanding of FSHD and results he has achieved with clients to help restore strength, range of motion, and function. No one can reverse […]
19:00 CET | 18:00 GMT | 1:00 p.m. ET | 12:00 p.m. CT | 11:00 a.m. MT | 10:00 a.m. PT Insurance Coverage for Costly Rare-Disease Treatments As FSHD is entering the era of new therapies, Kelly Maynard, President and Founder and Amy Aikins, Director of Patient Access from the Little Hercules Foundation, will give […]
2024 International Walk & Roll to Cure FSHD Register to “walk or roll” today! Invite your family, friends, club members, neighbors, co-workers, classmates or congregation to join you. Everyone who registers will be given a free participant page and access to a state-of-the-art fundraising center. From there, you can share your story on social media […]
