• 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 […]

  • Parent and Caregiver Virtual Support Meeting

    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 each other, share resources, and build community! Join us for a VIRTUAL MEETING! The THIRD Monday of every month! 8:00pm-9:00pm ET Register HERE After registering, you […]

  • 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. […]