Myaware, formerly the Myasthenia Gravis Association is the leading UK charity for people with myasthenia gravis, congenital myasthenia, Lambert–Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS) and ocular myasthenia.[1]

About

The charity was established May 1976.[2] The charity supports people with myasthenia and their families,[3] increase public and medical awareness of the condition and raise funds for research and support staff.

The charity’s head office is based in Derby.[4]

Aim

The organization provides information, advice and support, particularly to people just diagnosed with the conditions.

References

  1. ↑ "Myasthenia Gravis Association". BBC Northern Ireland. Retrieved 29 May 2015.
  2. ↑ "Myaware". Suffolk County Council. Retrieved 29 May 2015.
  3. ↑ "Great Birmingham 10k Run: Jon to run 10k despite rare illness". Birmingham Mail. 30 April 2015. Retrieved 29 May 2015.
  4. ↑ "CHILDREN IN NEED: Derby good causes set to receive more than £800,000 from fundraising efforts". Derby Telegraph. 14 November 2014. Retrieved 29 May 2015.
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