• TK2d Tuesday

    Join UMDF as we mark TK2d Tuesday. Thymidine kinase 2 deficiency (TK2d) is a rare genetic mitochondrial disease caused by inherited mutations in TK2, a nuclear gene responsible for making a mitochondrial enzyme called thymidine kinase 2. These mutations reduce the amount and quality of mitochondrial DNAs inside cells. Learn more about TK2d at umdf.org/tk2d. TK2d […]

  • Support Group for All

    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 containing information about joining the meeting.

  • LHON Awareness Day

    Join UMDF as we mark Leber hereditary optic neuropathy day!  Leber hereditary optic neuropathy (LHON) is a rare inherited mitochondrial disorder. Its primary symptom is sudden, painless loss of central vision. […]

  • Northeast PA Support Meeting

    Northeast PA Virtual Greet 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 18015   You are not alone. Join us to share coping tips and connect with others. We will meet the 3rd Saturday of each month! […]