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UMDF powers the research, education, & support that is advancing treatments for patients and families affected by mitochondrial disorders.

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United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation
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To those in Seattle this past weekend, we hope you caught UMDF's Philip Yeske, Ph.D., at NSGC discussing the latest in UMDF #genetictesting!
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Today, we salute those who play a crucial role in our community – Genetic Counselors! Thank you for all you do to assist #mito families! #GeneticCounselorAppreciationDay
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United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation
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We invite all TK2d families to join us for our next TK2d Virtual Support Meeting on November 19 at 12:00pm ET. Click the link below to register – and watch for invites to regular meetings. https://t.co/a1hv0hP1CE
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Our November UMDF newsletter is here! This month, we’re celebrating a TK2d therapy approval, sharing MELAS survey details, discovering #mito books, and MORE. Read today: https://t.co/bnEcTbueNg Subscribe to our monthly newsletter: https://t.co/0Wsncfs1Mm
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United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation
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This Veterans Day, we are saluting those in our community who have courageously and selflessly served. Thank you, Veterans.
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United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation
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Join us for a special Energy for Life planning call! Share your thoughts on how these events can make the biggest impact in 2026 & beyond. 📅 Nov 11 - choose a time: 12 PM ET: https://t.co/sjFAKYEaa1 3 PM ET: https://t.co/I4zZi6H7Pv 6 PM ET: https://t.co/JiIJuyG8l0
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Reminder! Join our free Ask the Mito Doc webinar on Thurs, Nov 13: Genetic Testing in Mitochondrial Disease: What Patients & Families Need to Know. Register: https://t.co/4lCp7rqn6r Submit Qs: https://t.co/VA6QcW9kbm Learn about our free genetic testing: https://t.co/yIJjvZS1Wb
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United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation
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As part of Caregivers Month, we are proud to offer meetings designed with the #caregiver in mind. Join us for the next Parent & Caregiver Support Group at 8 p.m. on November 17. Learn more information at https://t.co/2XLZav6NNj
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United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation
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💚 Welcome Kelsi Martinez to UMDF! A Dayton native with 10+ years in volunteer engagement, Kelsi is passionate about creating opportunities that make an impact. She joins us as Development Manager and holds a master’s in public administration.
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United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation
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Introducing a special episode of the Powerhouse Podcast: Making Sense of Mito - FBXL4-Associated Mitochondrial Disease. This episode bridges the gap to tell the story of FBXL4. https://t.co/VRgUyqSuMh #mitochondrialdisease #FBXL4 #mitoscience @DavidAlsina1 @nieminm @KeriKozul
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United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation
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Want to learn about the newly approved TK2d Therapy Kygevvi? Join our special Ask the Mito Doc webinar with Dr. Michio Hirano (Columbia University) on Nov. 25 at 11 a.m. ET! Register & submit questions 👉 https://t.co/Kp8mibqJwJ
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United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation
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Calling all patients with Primary Mitochondrial Myopathy (PMM) and caregivers/family! Please take 10-15 mins to join our patient-populated registry, mitoSHARE. Join https://t.co/yalJDtia4w
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United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation
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Calling all sponsors! Want to be a part of something powerful? UMDF’s Mitochondrial Medicine Conference connects science, clinicians, and patients in one incredible event. Learn more and become a sponsor today: https://t.co/viCPMmJp6H.
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United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation
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November is National Caregivers Month, and we’re saluting those who give so much of themselves to care for others. Thank you for your dedication, compassion, and the inspiration you bring to those around you.
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United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation
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HUGE NEWS! The FDA has approved UCB’s Kygevvi (doxecitine and doxribtimine) to treat the mitochondrial disease thymidine kinase 2 deficiency (TK2d). You can find the full prescribing details and announcement here: https://t.co/4XXSZxmD4Q
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United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation
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Don’t miss our free Ask the Mito Doc webinar on Thursday, November 13: “Genetic Testing in Mitochondrial Disease: What Patients and Families Need to Know.” Register for this free webinar: https://t.co/4lCp7rqn6r Submit your questions in advance: https://t.co/VA6QcW9kbm
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United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation
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Join us for a special call on Nov. 11 focused on Energy for Life events for 2026 and beyond. We welcome your thoughts and input as we discuss how the events make the biggest impact. 12pm ET: https://t.co/sjFAKYEaa1 3pm ET: https://t.co/I4zZi6H7Pv 6pm ET: https://t.co/JiIJuyG8l0
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United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation
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If you missed this month's Ask the Mito Doc webinar, "Fact vs. Fiction: Sorting Science from Speculation in Mito Treatment" with Dr. Morava-Kozicz, Dr. Goldstein, Dr. Kozicz, and Dr. Elsharkawi, don’t worry! You can watch the replay anytime here: https://t.co/GaIupeTSqd
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United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation
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For #NationalAuthorsDay, we’re proud to celebrate Thomas Gordon — a young author living with Kearns-Sayre syndrome who spent six years writing and self-publishing his book "Pearl Tides and the Search for The Pahunas." Learn more: https://t.co/2enYxIV1SC
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United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation
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Happy #NationalAuthorsDay! Please share links in the comments below for your favorite books from authors in the mito community. Whether the story itself is specifically about #mitochondrialdisease, was inspired by life with #mito, or perhaps the proceeds benefit a mito group.
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