Community Spotlight: Alexandra and Joe Lakhman
While sibling relationships aren’t always easy, Alexandra ‘Lexi’ Lakhman and her brother Joe have always been close. Despite Lexi being six years older than Joe, she grew up viewing Joe as a role ...
Community Spotlight: Shaakira Thomas and Family
Every August, the spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) community unites, raises awareness, and shows our pride for SMA Awareness Month. This year, Shaakira Thomas and her family chose to go above and beyond by ...
Community Spotlight: Dr. Arthur Burghes
On the 25th anniversary of the SMA Researcher Meeting, we would like you to learn more about Dr. Burghes and his commitment to the Cure SMA community. Arthur Burghes, Ph.D., is a Professor ...
Community Spotlight: Doug McCullough
Doug McCullough was raised on a dairy farm in Pennsylvania and now resides in Central New Jersey. He is a self-described “fun-loving guy.” “I take my work seriously but don’t take myself too ...
Community Spotlight: Chan Family
Ten-year-old Brady Chan from North Carolina has big goals that stem from his passion for video games. He is part of an e-gaming team, where his favorite games include “Brawl Starts” and “Overwatch.” In the future, Brady hopes to become an engineer ...
Community Spotlight: Elizabeth Lockwood
In honor of National Volunteer Month in April, Cure SMA has shared stories and quotes from volunteers who support our programs and further grow our community. Cure SMA is incredibly grateful for the ...
Community Spotlight: Nick Farrell
In honor of National Volunteer Month in April, Cure SMA is sharing stories and quotes from volunteers who support our programs and further grow our community. Cure SMA is incredibly grateful for the ...
Community Spotlight: I am…Viola Dwyer
February 28 is Rare Disease Day. Throughout the month—in recognition of our Redefining Rare initiative—we have been posting stories about SMA community members, showcasing their greatest passions, hobbies, and tidbits of their life. ...
Jessica’s Story: Remembering Piper Grace
February 28 is Rare Disease Day. Throughout the month—in recognition of our Redefining Rare initiative—we will be posting stories about SMA community members, showcasing their greatest passions, hobbies, and tidbits of their life. ...
Community Spotlight: I Am…Kelsey Roberts
February 28 is Rare Disease Day. Throughout the month—in recognition of our Redefining Rare initiative — we will be posting stories about SMA community members, showcasing their greatest passions, hobbies and tidbits of ...
Community Spotlight: Brian Chiorello
Brian Chiorello is a Principal Service Delivery Manager at a financial services company near where he lives in Orlando, FL. He resides there with his wife and 3-year-old daughter. In the early 1990s, ...
Community Spotlight: The Hoskin Family
High school sweethearts, Steven and Amy Hoskin, and their 19-month-old son, Grayson, reside outside Sacramento, CA. Steven describes them as a goofy bunch, always playing practical jokes on each other. Grayson is quick ...