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Harmony Biosciences Shares Statement Regarding Narcolepsy Drug WAKIX

In response to yesterday’s news from Scorpion Capital regarding Harmony Biosciences, we have received the below community-facing statement. Harmony Biosciences shares information about the company’s drug WAKIX, which is used to treat excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS) or cataplexy in adults with Narcolepsy. If you have questions, please reach out to info@pwsausa.org. —————————————————————————- On behalf of...

Convention Spotlight: Julie Casey

We are excited to come together again in-person for the 37th PWSA | USA National Convention, June 21-24, 2023 in Orlando, FL! Leading up to this much-anticipated event, members of our PWS community are sharing their Convention memories and why it’s beneficial for others to attend! Below, PWS parent Julie Casey gives details about her...

Sharing Our Rare: Sheri & Lyra

Rare Disease Day, which falls on February 28th each year, helps shine a light on the roughly 7,000 recognized rare diseases. To assist in this effort, we have been asking our community to tell us how you "share your rare" for Prader-Willi syndrome. One unique and impactful way we have heard from families is how...

Sleep Disturbances in Prader-Willi Syndrome

Contributed by Lynn Garrick, RN Sleep health is essential for everyone. It is just as important to take care of ourselves as parents and caregivers as it is for those living with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS). We understand that disordered sleep has implications for cognitive outcomes, mental and physical health, and work and school performance. Sleep...

Sharing Our Rare: Sue Colon

Rare Disease Day, which falls on February 28th each year, helps shine a light on the roughly 7,000 recognized rare diseases. To assist in this effort, we have been asking our community to tell us how you "share your rare" for Prader-Willi syndrome. One unique and impactful way we have heard from families is how...

Creating Your Childโ€™s Education File

Have you ever walked away from an Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting and thought to yourself, โ€œThatโ€™s not what they told me during the last meetingโ€ or, โ€œWhy are we having the same discussions each meeting? This is a waste of time.โ€ Having an organized file that encompasses all documents regarding your childโ€™s education will...

Your Voice Matters: Attend the FDA’s Externally-Led Patient-Focused Drug Development Meeting at PWSA | USA’s 37th National Convention

In an effort to bring together the PWS patient voice, PWSA | USA, IPWSO and FPWR are excited to host the first FDA Externally-Led Patient Focused Drug Development (EL-PFDD) meeting for the Prader-Willi syndrome community. You won't want to miss this impactful event at PWSA | USA's 37th National Convention, June 21-24, 2023, in Orlando,...

Call for Volunteer Treasurer!

We know that many of you want to make a difference in the lives of members of our PWS Community โ€“ and we have the perfect opportunity if you, or one of your family or friends, are a CPA.ย  Our fabulous treasurer is retiring in March after many years of excellent service to our association....

Donor Spotlight: Sujeiri Colon

PWSA | USA is special because of YOU, our donors, who passionately give to support our mission. It is because of your generous gifts that we can provide help and hope through family support, advocacy, and research efforts. To celebrate and honor your generosity, each month we will spotlight a donor and their story showcasing...

Calling All PWS Caregivers!

The Chicago School of Professional Psychology is looking for PWS caregivers to participate in a asynchronous computer training on medication and data collection procedures. Upon completion, you will be entered to win a $50 Amazon gift card! Click the button below to learn more about this opportunity and to find the training link. Thank you!

Happy Holidays from PWSA | USA!

With the start of a new year just around the corner, we want to take this opportunity to share a heartfelt thank you to everyone in our community and to those who have supported PWSA | USA. We have several accomplishments to celebrate from this past year, including: Hosting our firstย Volunteer Summit and giving 30...

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