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Nobody gets MG.
Until they get MG.

Chris Givens gets real about how MG has affected his life and his plans for the future in this interview.*

One relentless illness. Three unstoppable people.

A Mystery to Me

A Myasthenia Gravis Docuseries

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DISEASE & TREATMENT

Living with MG and Other Conditions

People living with MG often have to deal with other conditions too. It can get tricky.

5 MIN READ

EATING & MG

Zesty Chicken Fajitas

Chicken, rice and veggies simmer together in a flavor-packed, MG-friendly nod to Mexican food. Dig in.

4 MIN READ

EXPLAINING MG

Discussion Guide: Talking to Children About MG

Talking to children about MG as you cope with your MG diagnosis.

7 MIN READ

DISEASE & TREATMENT

Been Living with MG for Some Time?

Being prepared for changes in your MG can make a big difference.

5 MIN READ

LATEST

SYMPTOM TRACKING

See If You Can Help Researchers by Sharing Your MG Journey

MyRealWorld™ MG is an app-based research study, based on real-world evidence, designed to help advance the scientific understanding of myasthenia gravis.

3 MIN READ

EATING & MG

Roasted Sweet Potato and Ginger Soup

4 MIN READ

REAL STORIES

Kait Masters: Setting and Readjusting Life Goals with MG*

9 MIN READ

EATING & MG

Nutrition Buzz: Let’s Look at the Anti-inflammatory Diet

Get the 411 on what the scientific community thinks about this much-discussed approach to eating.

4 MIN READ

OUR MISSION

MG RAISES QUESTIONS.
LOTS OF THEM.

MG United began as a conversation with people in the MG community. This is what we heard. And it’s why we’re here.

ABOUT MG

DISEASE & TREATMENT

What is Myasthenia Gravis, and Why Does It Happen?

Need a better grasp of how MG works? We cover the essentials.

4 MIN READ

DISEASE & TREATMENT

Tips to Help You Cope When You’re Newly Diagnosed

Getting diagnosed is a first step. Learn what you can do to help prepare for the future.

5 MIN READ

DISEASE & TREATMENT

Been Living with MG for Some Time?

Being prepared for changes in your MG can make a big difference.

5 MIN READ

DISEASE & TREATMENT

Learn More About Common Tools Neurologists Use to Chart Your Symptoms

5 MIN READ

DISEASE & TREATMENT

Living with MG and Other Conditions

People living with MG often have to deal with other conditions too. It can get tricky.

5 MIN READ

DISEASE & TREATMENT

The Importance of Setting Your Personal MG Treatment Goals

Having a goal helps you take small, realistic steps and track progress. Here’s how to set yours.

5 MIN READ

SEE HOW MG RESEARCH IS PUSHING FORWARD. (WE HAVE AN APP FOR THAT.)

MyRealWorld™ MG research study participants may contribute to research firsthand by recording information related to their MG diagnoses and management over a two-year period.

LIFE WITH MG

EXPLAINING MG

Discussion Guide: Talking to Children About MG

Talking to children about MG as you cope with your MG diagnosis.

7 MIN READ

EATING & MG

Savory Soul Food Casserole

Get real cozy with this fall flavored, layered dish—with collard greens, parsnips and sweet potatoes.

4 MIN READ

SYMPTOM TRACKING

See If You Can Help Researchers by Sharing Your MG Journey

3 MIN READ

EATING & MG

Roasted Sweet Potato and Ginger Soup

4 MIN READ

EATING & MG

Nutrition Buzz: Let’s Look at the Anti-inflammatory Diet

Get the 411 on what the scientific community thinks about this much-discussed approach to eating.

4 MIN READ

EXPLAINING MG

Discussion Guide: Talking to Family and Close Friends About MG

Myasthenia gravis doesn’t make it easy. But helping family and friends “get it” is worth the effort.

7 MIN READ

EMOTIONAL SUPPORT

16 Ways Caregivers Can Care for Themselves

10 MIN READ

REAL STORIES

REAL STORIES

Kait Masters: Setting and Readjusting Life Goals with MG*

Early-onset myasthenia gravis hasn’t stopped Kait Masters, who’s now an artist, businesswoman and mom.

9 MIN READ

REAL STORIES

The Four Words That Changed My Life*

Morgan Greene shares her MG journey, starting with the memorable moment her diagnosis was confirmed.

6 MIN READ

REAL STORIES

Victor and Iris Yipp Find Hope in MG*

This couple faced Victor’s MG diagnosis together and found hope in his remission.

6 MIN READ

REAL STORIES

Chris Givens Dives into His Life with MG*

5 MIN READ

REAL STORIES

Kathy Lemenu and Her Wife Diane on MG, Marriage and Communication*

They’ve learned to avoid the traps that MG sets for couples with something they call ‘kind confession.’

5 MIN READ

If you have MG, you have a story to tell.

Every person living with MG has a story that may help others in similar situations. We’d like to hear yours.

THINGS TO DO

Art brings us together. Join us by sharing your story, expressed with shoe art.

4 MIN READ

My MG Sole Fights Coronavirus Blues with Kicky Art

This just-launched community art project lets us join together while staying apart.

4 MIN READ

MG Illuminate Shines a National Spotlight on MG Awareness

This virtual event kicked off MG Awareness Month with an inspiring night of sessions, surprises and coast-to-coast landmark lightings.

3 MIN READ

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