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Cure SMA Awards $150,000 Grant to Melissa Bowerman, PhD, at Keele University

February 21, 2024
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Each year, Cure SMA invites scientists from around the world to submit funding proposals for basic research projects that address specific unanswered questions in SMA biology. Our Scientific Advisory Board […]

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New Report Highlights Caregiving Challenges of Individuals with Spinal Muscular Atrophy

February 16, 2024
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Cure SMA released a national report on National Caregivers Day that chronicles the caregiving challenges experienced by individuals with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) and recommends state and federal actions to […]

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Cure SMA is Thrilled to Announce the Establishment of our New Chapter in Puerto Rico!

February 7, 2024
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Led by Keishla Rolon, Ramon Rivera Vega, Elizabeth Serrano, Natasha Santiago, and Brenda Luciano, Cure SMA’s Puerto Rico chapter has already been hard at work helping individuals and families throughout […]

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A Community’s Unwavering Love: How the Stickane Family Started a Foundation to Cure Spinal Muscular Atrophy

February 5, 2024
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In a world where adversity often brings out the best in people, the Stickane family of Southlake, TX stands as a shining example of unwavering love and resilience.   Their […]

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Community Spotlight: Holly Ianno and Family 

January 5, 2024
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Leland Ianno is eight years old, but he’s an old soul with a deep curiosity, a love of people, and a passion for history. His mom, Holly, says “Leland is […]

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100% of States Now Screening Newborns for SMA

January 3, 2024
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You did it!   We’ve now reached our goal of 100 percent newborn screening of spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) in all 50 states with the addition of Hawaii at the […]

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