the Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy

Through research funding, education + advocacy, our work improves the lives of patients living with peripheral neuropathy, accelerating treatment development

[the Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy @FoundationforPN]

It’s Peripheral Neuropathy Awareness Week!
Share your story and help raise awareness of this often invisible, debilitating condition. More research is needed for better treatments—and cures.
#NeuropathyAwareness #PeripheralNeuropathy #FoundationForPN

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📣 Applications are now open for the Clinical Research Training Scholarship (CRTS)!

Applications close October 1, 2026

Learn more: https://t.co/ifvMQPDTR8
#NeuropathyResearch #ClinicalResearch #EarlyCareerResearcher #AcademicMedicine

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University of Colorado to host Neuropathy Awareness Tour May 26, 2026:
https://t.co/PMOQV58txT

#NeuropathyAwareness #Neuropathy

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FY26 Peer Reviewed Medical Research Program funding opportunities are now available!

Get the details: https://t.co/wN1X5HB4y4

#Neuropathy #NeuropathyResearch #FundMoreResearch

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From the archives: Tammy’s journey with PN is a powerful reminder that connection heals. After years of uncertainty, she found hope, purpose, and joy by helping others. Sometimes, helping others helps us most. https://t.co/rCh4cNflhB #neuropathy

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Research helps find better treatments and cures for PN.
You can help by supporting awareness and research through the Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy.
Donate today: https://t.co/Up6Ykc3FLu

#NeuropathyAwareness #neuropathy #peripheralneuropathy #fundresearch

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Meet our 2026 Clinical Research Training Scholarship recipient, Christopher Cashman, MD, PhD. He’s studying how mitochondrial dysfunction may drive peripheral neuropathy. Watch now: https://t.co/FPDzu60dsG
#NeuropathyAwareness #fundresearch

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We want to hear from you!
We're always looking for inspiring peripheral neuropathy stories to share with our community.
Tell us yours: https://t.co/mW9zCB85KW

#neuropathy #NeuropathyAwareness #neuropathy #peripheralneuropathy #foundationforpn

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Peer‑reviewed. Patient‑driven. Real impact. Explore scientific publications made possible through our Peripheral Neuropathy Research Registry. https://t.co/OTI2a7fJa7 #NeuropathyAwareness #neuropathy #peripheralneuropathy #neuropathyresearch #fundresearch

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From the archives: After Vietnam, Lt. Col. Eugene Richardson endured decades of symptoms doctors dismissed. Over 30 years later, neuropathy linked to Agent Orange was confirmed. Eugene passed in 2019—his fight for recognition lives on. https://t.co/KM1e2PjjlE

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Peripheral Neuropathy Awareness Week 💜 Help raise awareness of this often invisible condition and the need for more research, better treatments, and cures.
#NeuropathyAwareness #PeripheralNeuropathy #FoundationForPN

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Our advocacy work is driving change.
Read our call to action for peripheral neuropathy research: https://t.co/012yuE60MY #neuropathy #neuropathyresearch #NeuropathyAwareness #neuropathy #peripheralneuropathy #foundationforpn

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Living with peripheral neuropathy? You’re not alone
Hear firsthand from patients what’s helped them manage symptoms, adjust their lifestyles and stay grounded.

🎥 PN Unplugged recording: https://t.co/0ZJZNHAK0x

#PeripheralNeuropathy #NeuropathyAwareness #LivingWithNeuropathy

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From the archives: Patrick spent 13 years, 9 neurologists, and 4 diagnoses before answers came. He shares how acceptance, self‑advocacy, and adaptation helped him live fully—and even win national cycling titles with neuropathy. https://t.co/RGItKJPzFz

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Curious where our biobank's research stands today? Explore current studies using our biobank, and how they’re advancing diagnosis, care, and treatments for people with PN.

https://t.co/AlZFXqPX0B #NeuropathyAwareness #neuropathy #neuropathyresearch #fundresearch

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Author Will Schwalbe updates us on living with small fiber neuropathy, the power of friendship and lessons learned along the way.
Watch now 💜
https://t.co/mqTrAYEFoG
#livingwithneuropathy #neuropathy #peripheralneuropathy #NeuropathyAwareness

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Big win for #PN awareness 🎉
Stacey secured the Huntington, NY Proclamation, Brooke was there to support and help amplify the moment. Together, we’re building momentum for Peripheral Neuropathy Awareness 💜

Learn more: https://t.co/1lCwZYsISM

#NeuropathyAwareness #Neuropathy

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Our advocacy is making an impact. Advocacy consultant Mark Vieth shares how our work boosted federal PN research funding, raised awareness in Congress, and helped guide NIH focus—especially for idiopathic PN. Read the interview: https://t.co/oGo2rh2lJd

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WATCH NOW
Awareness Week webinar on idiopathic peripheral neuropathy
Learn why answers are hard to find, how research is evolving
With Shanna Patterson, MD, MS, FAAN
Sponsored by Lilly
https://t.co/1LrzbkvfjV

#NeuropathyAwareness #PeripheralNeuropathy

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TOMORROW
Awareness Week Webinar: PN Unplugged
A session for patients, by patients—stories, tips, and support for living with PN. Connect with others who understand.
https://t.co/G11PXDNcxW
#livingwithneuropathy #NeuropathyAwareness

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From the archives: Susan’s 2020 story shows the power of education. After years of symptoms and delayed answers, learning about PN helped her advocate for herself and find ways to cope. A powerful reminder that patient voices matter https://t.co/YfkOnjl5uy