Events
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Teen and Young Adult Virtual Meet-Up Ages 16-35
UMDF Teen/Young Adult "Virtual Meet-Up" Teens and Young Adults Age 16-35 Every Friday! 8:00pm ET Join us EVERY Friday for a VIRTUAL Meet-Up! Join us for this "Virtual Meet-Up"! It […]
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California Virtual Support Group Meeting
UMDF hosts regular virtual support group meetings and events for patients and families affected by mitochondrial disease. Join us to gain coping tips, share your story and connect with others. […]
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LHON Live! Monthly Call
NOTE: Unless specific to a geographic location - all LHON virtual meetings will be set in Eastern Time. This call is for everyone interested in LHON...those affected, carriers, or sighted supporters...all […]
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Adult Virtual Support Meeting
Adult Virtual Support Meeting Hello Adults impacted by Mitochondrial Disease! Please join us for an Adult Virtual Support Meeting. We will get to know each other, share resources, and build community! Join us […]
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Navigating Education with LHON
This Zoom event is your chance to connect with other students, educators, parents and other sighted supporters to discuss Navigating Education with LHON. Please feel free to invite anyone who […]
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Teen and Young Adult Virtual Meet-Up Ages 16-35
UMDF Teen/Young Adult "Virtual Meet-Up" Teens and Young Adults Age 16-35 Every Friday! 8:00pm ET Join us EVERY Friday for a VIRTUAL Meet-Up! Join us for this "Virtual Meet-Up"! It […]
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Support Group for All
When: The Second Wednesday of each month at 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Register in advance for this meeting: https://umdf.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcpcumsrTsiH9w1_pPmjbc-KqRCAIrmQCKt After registering, you will receive a confirmation email […]
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LHON West Connect
The LHON Southwest & LHON Pacific Northwest groups have merged! This Zoom event is a great opportunity to connect and discuss resources of interest to the Southwest LHON (previously California) & Northwest […]
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LHON Southeast Connect
This call is for those living in Georgia and Florida, with an interest in LHON. Consider joining the call and sharing your experiences with others in a similar situation.
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Teen and Young Adult Virtual Meet-Up Ages 16-35
UMDF Teen/Young Adult "Virtual Meet-Up" Teens and Young Adults Age 16-35 Every Friday! 8:00pm ET Join us EVERY Friday for a VIRTUAL Meet-Up! Join us for this "Virtual Meet-Up"! It […]
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Northeast PA Support Meeting
Support Meeting- Northeast PA Third Saturday of each Month- In-Person 10:00pm – 12:00pm Eastern St. Luke's Hospital Priscilla Payne Hurd Education Room Room 104 801 Ostrum Street Bethlehem, PA […]
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Parent and Caregiver Virtual Support Meeting
Parent and Caregiver Virtual Support Meeting Hello Parents and Caregivers impacted by Mitochondrial Disease! Please join us for a Parent and Caregiver Virtual Support Meeting. We will get to know […]
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LHON Midwest Connect
This call is for those living in the Midwest with an interest in LHON. Consider joining the call and sharing your experiences with others in a similar situation. Reach out to Lissa […]
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Spouses of LHON – Affected Individuals
Are you the spouse (or similar) of someone affected by LHON? Would you like to network with others in a similar situation? Consider joining our event for Spouses of LHON-Affected Individuals […]
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Dads of LHON – Affected “Kids of All Ages”
The bimonthly call for Dads of LHON-Affected "Kids of All Ages" takes place on the third Wednesday of every other month at 8:00pm Eastern/5:00pm Pacific. If you're a dad of someone affected […]
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Teen and Young Adult Virtual Meet-Up Ages 16-35
UMDF Teen/Young Adult "Virtual Meet-Up" Teens and Young Adults Age 16-35 Every Friday! 8:00pm ET Join us EVERY Friday for a VIRTUAL Meet-Up! Join us for this "Virtual Meet-Up"! It […]
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LHON Assistive Technology
This Zoom event is for anyone interested in discussing LHON & Assistive Technology. The event is led by Sara Nappi. Sara is affected by LHON, and she is an Assistive […]
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Mindfulness with Mary Series (monthly)
Please join us for a monthly Mindfulness series with UMDF Support Ambassador, Mary Canton. We will host these sessions every fourth Tuesday from 12:00pm -1:30pm ET. You can register HERE
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Central Region Virtual Support Meeting
Central Region Virtual Support Meeting UMDF hosts regular virtual support group meetings and events for patients and families affected by mitochondrial disease. Join us to gain coping tips, share your […]
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Teen and Young Adult Virtual Meet-Up Ages 16-35
UMDF Teen/Young Adult "Virtual Meet-Up" Teens and Young Adults Age 16-35 Every Friday! 8:00pm ET Join us EVERY Friday for a VIRTUAL Meet-Up! Join us for this "Virtual Meet-Up"! It […]
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Volunteer Interest Meeting
Learn about all the ways that YOU can Be the Energy for the #mito community. Wherever your talents or interests lie -- whether they be in support, advocacy, or fundraising […]
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LHON Live! Monthly Call
NOTE: Unless specific to a geographic location - all LHON virtual meetings will be set in Eastern Time. This call is for everyone interested in LHON...those affected, carriers, or sighted supporters...all […]
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Adult Virtual Support Meeting
Adult Virtual Support Meeting Hello Adults impacted by Mitochondrial Disease! Please join us for an Adult Virtual Support Meeting. We will get to know each other, share resources, and build community! Join us […]
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Teen and Young Adult Virtual Meet-Up Ages 16-35
UMDF Teen/Young Adult "Virtual Meet-Up" Teens and Young Adults Age 16-35 Every Friday! 8:00pm ET Join us EVERY Friday for a VIRTUAL Meet-Up! Join us for this "Virtual Meet-Up"! It […]
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California Virtual Support Group Meeting
UMDF hosts regular virtual support group meetings and events for patients and families affected by mitochondrial disease. Join us to gain coping tips, share your story and connect with others. […]
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TK2d Tuesday — TK2d Awareness Day 2026
TK2d Awareness Day 2026 - stay tuned for programming!
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Support Group for All
When: The Second Wednesday of each month at 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Register in advance for this meeting: https://umdf.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcpcumsrTsiH9w1_pPmjbc-KqRCAIrmQCKt After registering, you will receive a confirmation email […]
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Teen and Young Adult Virtual Meet-Up Ages 16-35
UMDF Teen/Young Adult "Virtual Meet-Up" Teens and Young Adults Age 16-35 Every Friday! 8:00pm ET Join us EVERY Friday for a VIRTUAL Meet-Up! Join us for this "Virtual Meet-Up"! It […]
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World Mitochondrial Disease Awareness Week 2026
Sept. 14 - 20, 2026 is World Mitochondrial Disease Awareness Week. Stay tuned for programming!
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LHON – Affected Women
If you're a woman with LHON vision (affected), consider joining the call and sharing your experiences with others in a similar situation. Reach out to Jessica Loomer jessica.loomer@gmail.com with any questions. There's also […]
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Moms of LHON – Affected “Kids of All Ages”
If you're a mom of someone affected by LHON, consider joining the call and sharing your experiences with others in a similar situation. Reach out to Lissa Poincenot at lhonpoince@aol.com with any questions. There's […]
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Leigh Syndrome Awareness Day
Every year, Sept. 17 is set aside for awareness for Leigh syndrome | UMDF Watch for special programming to be added in the coming months.
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LHON – New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania Connect
Please Join Us! This call for those living in New York, New Jersey, or Pennsylvania with an interest in LHON takes place quarterly on the third Thursday of the month […]
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Teen and Young Adult Virtual Meet-Up Ages 16-35
UMDF Teen/Young Adult "Virtual Meet-Up" Teens and Young Adults Age 16-35 Every Friday! 8:00pm ET Join us EVERY Friday for a VIRTUAL Meet-Up! Join us for this "Virtual Meet-Up"! It […]
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Northeast PA Support Meeting
Support Meeting- Northeast PA Third Saturday of each Month- In-Person 10:00pm – 12:00pm Eastern St. Luke's Hospital Priscilla Payne Hurd Education Room Room 104 801 Ostrum Street Bethlehem, PA […]
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Parent and Caregiver Virtual Support Meeting
Parent and Caregiver Virtual Support Meeting Hello Parents and Caregivers impacted by Mitochondrial Disease! Please join us for a Parent and Caregiver Virtual Support Meeting. We will get to know […]
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Mindfulness with Mary Series (monthly)
Please join us for a monthly Mindfulness series with UMDF Support Ambassador, Mary Canton. We will host these sessions every fourth Tuesday from 12:00pm -1:30pm ET. You can register HERE
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Central Region Virtual Support Meeting
Central Region Virtual Support Meeting UMDF hosts regular virtual support group meetings and events for patients and families affected by mitochondrial disease. Join us to gain coping tips, share your […]
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Teen and Young Adult Virtual Meet-Up Ages 16-35
UMDF Teen/Young Adult "Virtual Meet-Up" Teens and Young Adults Age 16-35 Every Friday! 8:00pm ET Join us EVERY Friday for a VIRTUAL Meet-Up! Join us for this "Virtual Meet-Up"! It […]
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Adult Virtual Support Meeting
Adult Virtual Support Meeting Hello Adults impacted by Mitochondrial Disease! Please join us for an Adult Virtual Support Meeting. We will get to know each other, share resources, and build community! Join us […]
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Teen and Young Adult Virtual Meet-Up Ages 16-35
UMDF Teen/Young Adult "Virtual Meet-Up" Teens and Young Adults Age 16-35 Every Friday! 8:00pm ET Join us EVERY Friday for a VIRTUAL Meet-Up! Join us for this "Virtual Meet-Up"! It […]
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California Virtual Support Group Meeting
UMDF hosts regular virtual support group meetings and events for patients and families affected by mitochondrial disease. Join us to gain coping tips, share your story and connect with others. […]
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LHON Live! Monthly Call
NOTE: Unless specific to a geographic location - all LHON virtual meetings will be set in Eastern Time. This call is for everyone interested in LHON...those affected, carriers, or sighted supporters...all […]
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Teen and Young Adult Virtual Meet-Up Ages 16-35
UMDF Teen/Young Adult "Virtual Meet-Up" Teens and Young Adults Age 16-35 Every Friday! 8:00pm ET Join us EVERY Friday for a VIRTUAL Meet-Up! Join us for this "Virtual Meet-Up"! It […]
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Support Group for All
When: The Second Wednesday of each month at 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Register in advance for this meeting: https://umdf.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcpcumsrTsiH9w1_pPmjbc-KqRCAIrmQCKt After registering, you will receive a confirmation email […]
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LHON – Teens
This call is ONLY for teens (under 18) who are affected with LHON vision loss. Consider joining the call to share your experiences with others in a similar situation. Please contact […]
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LHON – Young Adults
This call is ONLY for young adults (18 and over) who are affected with LHON vision loss. Consider joining the call to share your experiences with others in a similar situation. Please […]
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Teen and Young Adult Virtual Meet-Up Ages 16-35
UMDF Teen/Young Adult "Virtual Meet-Up" Teens and Young Adults Age 16-35 Every Friday! 8:00pm ET Join us EVERY Friday for a VIRTUAL Meet-Up! Join us for this "Virtual Meet-Up"! It […]
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Northeast PA Support Meeting
Support Meeting- Northeast PA Third Saturday of each Month- In-Person 10:00pm – 12:00pm Eastern St. Luke's Hospital Priscilla Payne Hurd Education Room Room 104 801 Ostrum Street Bethlehem, PA […]
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Parent and Caregiver Virtual Support Meeting
Parent and Caregiver Virtual Support Meeting Hello Parents and Caregivers impacted by Mitochondrial Disease! Please join us for a Parent and Caregiver Virtual Support Meeting. We will get to know […]
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LHON Onset at Age 60+
Were you affected by LHON at age 60 or older? Would you like to network with others in a similar situation? If so, you are welcome to join our Zoom networking event exclusively for individuals affected at age 60 or older.
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Dads of LHON – Affected “Kids of All Ages”
The bimonthly call for Dads of LHON-Affected "Kids of All Ages" takes place on the third Wednesday of every other month at 8:00pm Eastern/5:00pm Pacific. If you're a dad of someone affected […]
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Central Region Virtual Support Meeting
Central Region Virtual Support Meeting UMDF hosts regular virtual support group meetings and events for patients and families affected by mitochondrial disease. Join us to gain coping tips, share your […]
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Teen and Young Adult Virtual Meet-Up Ages 16-35
UMDF Teen/Young Adult "Virtual Meet-Up" Teens and Young Adults Age 16-35 Every Friday! 8:00pm ET Join us EVERY Friday for a VIRTUAL Meet-Up! Join us for this "Virtual Meet-Up"! It […]
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LHON Assistive Technology
This Zoom event is for anyone interested in discussing LHON & Assistive Technology. The event is led by Sara Nappi. Sara is affected by LHON, and she is an Assistive […]
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Mindfulness with Mary Series (monthly)
Please join us for a monthly Mindfulness series with UMDF Support Ambassador, Mary Canton. We will host these sessions every fourth Tuesday from 12:00pm -1:30pm ET. You can register HERE
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Teen and Young Adult Virtual Meet-Up Ages 16-35
UMDF Teen/Young Adult "Virtual Meet-Up" Teens and Young Adults Age 16-35 Every Friday! 8:00pm ET Join us EVERY Friday for a VIRTUAL Meet-Up! Join us for this "Virtual Meet-Up"! It […]
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California Virtual Support Group Meeting
UMDF hosts regular virtual support group meetings and events for patients and families affected by mitochondrial disease. Join us to gain coping tips, share your story and connect with others. […]
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LHON Live! Monthly Call
NOTE: Unless specific to a geographic location - all LHON virtual meetings will be set in Eastern Time. This call is for everyone interested in LHON...those affected, carriers, or sighted supporters...all […]
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Adult Virtual Support Meeting
Adult Virtual Support Meeting Hello Adults impacted by Mitochondrial Disease! Please join us for an Adult Virtual Support Meeting. We will get to know each other, share resources, and build community! Join us […]
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Teen and Young Adult Virtual Meet-Up Ages 16-35
UMDF Teen/Young Adult "Virtual Meet-Up" Teens and Young Adults Age 16-35 Every Friday! 8:00pm ET Join us EVERY Friday for a VIRTUAL Meet-Up! Join us for this "Virtual Meet-Up"! It […]
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LHON South Central Connect
This call is for those living in the South Central region with an interest in LHON. Consider joining the call and sharing your experiences with others in a similar situation. The […]
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Support Group for All
When: The Second Wednesday of each month at 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Register in advance for this meeting: https://umdf.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcpcumsrTsiH9w1_pPmjbc-KqRCAIrmQCKt After registering, you will receive a confirmation email […]
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Parenting with LHON
This Zoom event is for anyone interested in discussing parenting while affected with LHON vision loss. Bring your questions and comments to share with the group. Join Details: One option is […]
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Teen and Young Adult Virtual Meet-Up Ages 16-35
UMDF Teen/Young Adult "Virtual Meet-Up" Teens and Young Adults Age 16-35 Every Friday! 8:00pm ET Join us EVERY Friday for a VIRTUAL Meet-Up! Join us for this "Virtual Meet-Up"! It […]
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Parent and Caregiver Virtual Support Meeting
Parent and Caregiver Virtual Support Meeting Hello Parents and Caregivers impacted by Mitochondrial Disease! Please join us for a Parent and Caregiver Virtual Support Meeting. We will get to know […]
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LHON – Northeast Connect
This call is for those living in the Northeast with an interest in LHON. Consider joining the call and sharing your experiences with others in a similar situation. The Northeast includes […]
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Moms of LHON – Affected “Kids of All Ages”
If you're a mom of someone affected by LHON, consider joining the call and sharing your experiences with others in a similar situation. Reach out to Lissa Poincenot at lhonpoince@aol.com with any questions. There's also a Facebook group for Moms of LHON-Affected "Kids of All Ages" located at this link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1862093300546686 Join Details: One option is to use Internet Audio to […]
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Teen and Young Adult Virtual Meet-Up Ages 16-35
UMDF Teen/Young Adult "Virtual Meet-Up" Teens and Young Adults Age 16-35 Every Friday! 8:00pm ET Join us EVERY Friday for a VIRTUAL Meet-Up! Join us for this "Virtual Meet-Up"! It […]
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Northeast PA Support Meeting
Support Meeting- Northeast PA Third Saturday of each Month- In-Person 10:00pm – 12:00pm Eastern St. Luke's Hospital Priscilla Payne Hurd Education Room Room 104 801 Ostrum Street Bethlehem, PA […]
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Mindfulness with Mary Series (monthly)
Please join us for a monthly Mindfulness series with UMDF Support Ambassador, Mary Canton. We will host these sessions every fourth Tuesday from 12:00pm -1:30pm ET. You can register HERE
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Central Region Virtual Support Meeting
Central Region Virtual Support Meeting UMDF hosts regular virtual support group meetings and events for patients and families affected by mitochondrial disease. Join us to gain coping tips, share your […]
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Teen and Young Adult Virtual Meet-Up Ages 16-35
UMDF Teen/Young Adult "Virtual Meet-Up" Teens and Young Adults Age 16-35 Every Friday! 8:00pm ET Join us EVERY Friday for a VIRTUAL Meet-Up! Join us for this "Virtual Meet-Up"! It […]
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Volunteer Interest Meeting
Learn about all the ways that YOU can Be the Energy for the #mito community. Wherever your talents or interests lie -- whether they be in support, advocacy, or fundraising […]
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LHON Live! Monthly Call
NOTE: Unless specific to a geographic location - all LHON virtual meetings will be set in Eastern Time. This call is for everyone interested in LHON...those affected, carriers, or sighted supporters...all […]
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Adult Virtual Support Meeting
Adult Virtual Support Meeting Hello Adults impacted by Mitochondrial Disease! Please join us for an Adult Virtual Support Meeting. We will get to know each other, share resources, and build community! Join us […]
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LHON – Navigating Employment/Careers
This Zoom event is for anyone interested in discussing Navigating Employment/Careers with LHON. Bring your questions and comments to share with the group. There is also a Facebook group: Navigating Employment/Careers with […]
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Teen and Young Adult Virtual Meet-Up Ages 16-35
UMDF Teen/Young Adult "Virtual Meet-Up" Teens and Young Adults Age 16-35 Every Friday! 8:00pm ET Join us EVERY Friday for a VIRTUAL Meet-Up! Join us for this "Virtual Meet-Up"! It […]
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California Virtual Support Group Meeting
UMDF hosts regular virtual support group meetings and events for patients and families affected by mitochondrial disease. Join us to gain coping tips, share your story and connect with others. […]
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LHON Sisterhood
LHON Sisterhood Are you a woman who carries an LHON mutation? Whether you're affected by LHON symptoms or not, you're invited to be part of the LHON Sisterhood! This community […]
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Support Group for All
When: The Second Wednesday of each month at 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Register in advance for this meeting: https://umdf.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcpcumsrTsiH9w1_pPmjbc-KqRCAIrmQCKt After registering, you will receive a confirmation email […]
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LHON West Connect
The LHON Southwest & LHON Pacific Northwest groups have merged! This Zoom event is a great opportunity to connect and discuss resources of interest to the Southwest LHON (previously California) & Northwest […]
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LHON Southeast Connect
This call is for those living in Georgia and Florida, with an interest in LHON. Consider joining the call and sharing your experiences with others in a similar situation.
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Teen and Young Adult Virtual Meet-Up Ages 16-35
UMDF Teen/Young Adult "Virtual Meet-Up" Teens and Young Adults Age 16-35 Every Friday! 8:00pm ET Join us EVERY Friday for a VIRTUAL Meet-Up! Join us for this "Virtual Meet-Up"! It […]