UMDF Connect
Part I: “Ask the Mito Doc”
The mitochondrial community has concerns and questions regarding the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. That is why we presented a special “Ask the Mito Doc” interactive webcast.
COVID-19 Recommendations from UMDF’s Scientific and Medical Advisory Board (SMAB) Chairman, Dr. Bruce Cohen
As you know, the UMDF SMAB developed guidelines on the COVID-19 health crisis that were posted on this page. During the last few days, most US-based hospitals have entered their operations into “disaster mode” – which is reserved for major hurricanes, earthquakes or plane crashes.
Coronavirus, Influenza and other Viral Respiratory Diseases in Adults and Children with Mitochondrial Diseases
You have no doubt heard about the situation with the coronavirus in the United States and abroad. Because mitochondrial disease patients are medically compromised, the UMDF’s Scientific and Medical Advisory Board (SMAB) is providing these important recommendations for concerned patient families.
Meet Jagger
“When I went to my first symposium, it was a really big deal, because I realized we were not alone.”
Back to the Future at Mitochondrial Medicine 2020
UMDF is excited to announce that Robert Naviaux, MD, PhD, and Richard Haas, MD, are our scientific meeting co-chairs for Mitochondrial Medicine 2020 in Phoenix.
Meet Wesley Slimp
Wesley Slimp of Marietta, GA, has been interested in cars and racing for as long as he can remember and now it has become his passion.
Corporate Partner – Summit Health Pharmacy
UMDF is proud to shine this month’s Corporate Partner Spotlight on Summit Health Pharmacy. We are grateful to Vince Canazanese, Robin Greene-Toler and Trish Istenes who always so graciously accept our requests for support.
Meet Cole Salerno
Cole Salerno was just a few days old when his mom, Victoria, felt something was wrong. He wasn’t eating well, he was suffering from GI issues, and he was in pain. It seemed that all he could do was sleep.
Join Our Give Energy Corporate Partners
This holiday season, we count on the generosity of corporate partners to make a difference in the lives of those affected by mitochondrial disease.
Meet Hayley
“UMDF has been a light in our life. They have supported my family in so many ways and have offered so much hope to me and to thousands of mito families.”