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SUMMARY:Virtual Conference Reunion & Staying Acquainted
DESCRIPTION:Want to keep the MyoCon momentum going or just want to connect with TMA staff\, special guests and fellow attendees after our time together in Dallas? \nPlease join this conference reunion that will help you stay connected with your new friends! \nThis 30 minute session will be followed by an opportunity to get to know fellow conference attendees in breakout rooms by diagnosis. Breakout rooms will last for an hour and are available for IBM\, DM\, IMNM\, ASyS\, PM\, and Care Partners. \n Join Reunion & Staying Acquainted on Oct. 3 at 12 PM ET
URL:https://www.myositis.org/event/virtual-conference-reunion-staying-acquainted/
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SUMMARY:World Myositis Day Closing Keynote Speaker
DESCRIPTION:10:15 – 11:30am ET (9:15am CT in Dallas) \n“Living Well With Autoimmune Diseases: A Rheumatologist’s Guide for Taking Charge of your Health” Live from MyoCon in Dallas! \nAnyone across the globe can connect at no cost\, thanks to our sponsors AstraZeneca and Cabaletta Bio. \nPresented by: Julius Birnbaum\, MD\, MHS\, Associate Professor\, Division of Rheumatology\, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center; Division Chief of Rheumatology\, UPMC Mercy Hospital \n  Join Closing Keynote on Sept. 21 at 10:15 AM ET (9:15 AM CT)
URL:https://www.myositis.org/event/world-myositis-day-closing-keynote-speaker/
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SUMMARY:Cook Along with White House Chef Tom
DESCRIPTION:Come together with your myositis family for a fun culinary experience! You can join in from any home kitchen as we make two delicious\, anti-inflammatory\, and dysphagia-friendly recipes: Golden Turmeric Carrot & Coconut Velouté and Chai-Spiced Almond Milk Panna Cotta. You can cook along or just watch! \nSpecial guest TMA Board Treasurer Chip Galloway will kick things off with a show-and-tell of adaptive kitchen gadgets that make cooking easier. And who knows—we might even convince Chef Tom to share a few behind-the-scenes stories from his time in The White House! \n Download your ingredient shopping list here! \n Join Cook Along on Sept. 5 at 1:00 PM ET
URL:https://www.myositis.org/event/cook-along-with-white-house-chef-tom/
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SUMMARY:Stronger with Support: The Role of Protein in Muscle Disease
DESCRIPTION:Getting the right amount and type of protein can help preserve muscle\, improve energy\, and support overall well-being for those with myositis. \nIn this session\, you’ll learn: \n\nWhy protein matters for people with muscle disease\nHow much protein you really need\nThe best sources of protein for strength and healing\nSimple ways to add more protein into your daily meals\n\n\nPresented by: Julie Sanfilippo\, RDN\, Diabetes Prevention Program Health Coach\, Elmhurst Memorial Healthcare \n Join Stronger with Support: The Role of Protein on Sept. 5 at 11:00 AM ET
URL:https://www.myositis.org/event/stronger-with-support-the-role-of-protein-in-muscle-disease/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T180000
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SUMMARY:Media Pitching 101: The Who/What/Where/When/Why of Landing TV\, Radio & Print Interviews
DESCRIPTION:Want to raise awareness for myositis or share your story with a wider audience? \nThis session will walk you through the basics of media pitching—from identifying the right outlets and contacts to crafting compelling pitches that grab attention. You’ll learn what journalists look for in a story\, how to shape your message for different audiences\, and practical tips for following up to maximize your chances of getting covered. \nPresented by: Lindsay Guentzel\, award-winning journalist and producer\, storyteller\, advocate; Leader\, TMA Minnesota Support Group \nJoin Media Pitching 101 on Aug. 27 at 6 PM ET
URL:https://www.myositis.org/event/media-pitching-101-the-who-what-where-when-why-of-landing-tv-radio-print-interviews/
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SUMMARY:Conference Orientation and Getting Acquainted
DESCRIPTION:Never attended a TMA conference before or just want to connect with TMA staff\, special guests and fellow attendees beforehand? \nPlease join this orientation session that will help you get the most out of your MyoCon experience! \nThis 30-minute session will be followed by an hour-long opportunity to get to know fellow conference attendees in breakout rooms by diagnosis. Breakout rooms will last for an hour and are available for IBM\, DM\, IMNM\, ASyS\, PM\, and Care Partners. \nJoin Orientation & Getting Acquainted on Aug 27 at 12 PM ET
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