In recognition of Myasthenia Gravis Awareness Month in June, the MG Awareness Month campaign features a series of stories highlighting the real-life experiences of people affected by MG, written in their own words. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, or X for more stories like this, using the hashtag #MGAwarenessMonth, or…
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The Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) brought its Engage Community Seminar to Hershey, Pennsylvania, on July 18, uniting individuals with neuromuscular diseases, caregivers, and medical experts for a day of education and connection. Hosted in collaboration…
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I was having a spirited discussion with my twin, Aaron, about the upcoming “Avengers: Doomsday” film when I suddenly noticed something. His eyes moved, just a little, and his eyelids weren’t drooping! Normally when I…
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Early treatment with a single low dose of rituximab rapidly eases symptoms and reduces use of corticosteroids in people with generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG) and antibodies against the acetylcholine receptor (AChR) protein, a small…
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When I was diagnosed with myasthenia gravis (MG), the flare was so severe that I could no longer pray the way I used to. As a Muslim, I pray five times a day, and…
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Texas in July is rough. By 9 a.m., the light is blinding and the heat is oppressive. The grass has given up and gone the color of straw. Cicadas saw away at the heat. You…
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Among people with generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG) who undergo surgical removal of a thymus gland tumor, use of the approved infusion therapy Vyvgart (efgartigimod) — both before and after surgery — may help…
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Living with generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG) can make day-to-day life feel uncertain. Plans are dictated by energy levels, muscle strength, how it feels to breathe or swallow, vision problems, and how those symptoms change over…
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TPST-4003, Tempest Therapeutics’ next-generation CAR T-cell therapy for autoimmune diseases such as myasthenia gravis (MG), will soon be tested in people for the first time, the developer announced. The upcoming investigator-initiated clinical trial, to…
Artist and muralist Sophie Groenstein shares how living with MG reshaped her relationship with art, movement, self-expression, and personal identity. Print This…
At the 2026 MGFA National Patient Conference, patient advocate Melissa Wohlust shares her experience navigating the years without a diagnosis and the importance of advocating for expert…
At the 2026 MGFA National Patient Conference, caregiver Myron Truex shares why having a bug-out bag and being prepared can support care for myasthenia gravis. He highlights…
At the 2026 MGFA National Patient Conference, Anna Richards, head of commercial at Vitaccess, discusses how the Vitaccess Real MG Registry brings together patient experiences and clinical data to better reflect real world…
Marissa Humayun shares how she adjusted her favorite hobbies, including walking and gold, after an MG diagnosis, finding new ways to stay active while honoring her limits.
Jodi Enders and Jason Gray share how openness, compromise, and honest communication have helped them build a strong relationship while navigating life with myasthenia gravis. Read Enders’ column,…
Barry Stalker shares what it’s like balancing myasthenia gravis with a job that keeps him on his feet all day, and how he’s learned to “pick and choose…
Jasmine Nathan shares how she manages myasthenia gravis (MG) during the holidays by treating her energy like a budget, choosing only one or two meaningful activities, and being…
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Becoming educated and informed about MG is a good first step. Learn general information about the disease, including diagnosis, symptoms, and causes.
It helps to know others have been where you are now. Here’s a collection of our columnists’ words of wisdom to help you along on your MG journey.
There is no cure for MG yet, but there are treatments that can help manage the disease. Learn more about approved and experimental therapeutic approaches here.
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