By Stacey Udell, PN patient and FPN supporter The Town of Huntington’s (NY) board meeting, on April 11, 2024, was a truly unforgettable experience for me, as I had the honor of receiving a proclamation on behalf of FPN (the Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy) for Peripheral Neuropathy Awareness Week. It was an incredibly touching and … A Proclamation for PN Awareness Read More » The post A Proclamation for PN Awareness appeared first on The Foundation For Peripheral Neuropathy ..read more

Help Advocate for Government Funding for Peripheral Neuropathy Research in 2025 Due to the Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy’s (FPN) advocacy efforts on the Hill, and countless letters from PN patients like you, Congress designated peripheral neuropathy as a condition in the Peer Reviewed Medical Research Program (PRMRP) in the annual Defense Appropriations Act during fiscal … Make Your Voice Heard: Join the Call to Action for PN Advocacy! Read More » The post Make Your Voice Heard: Join the Call to Action for PN Advocacy! appeared first on The Foundation For Peripheral Neuropathy ..read more

On March 23, 2024, the Senate Committee on Appropriations approved, by a large bipartisan vote, the Senate version of the fiscal year 2024 Defense Appropriations Bill. As it has in the three previous years (FY21-23), the Committee renewed “peripheral neuropathy” (PN) as an eligible condition for receiving research grants from the Department of Defense’s Peer Reviewed … PN Renewed in 2024 Defense Appropriations Bill Read More » The post PN Renewed in 2024 Defense Appropriations Bill appeared first on The Foundation For Peripheral Neuropathy ..read more

What is PN Awareness Week? Peripheral Neuropathy (PN) Awareness Week is an annual event that takes place during the first full week of May — this year, from May 5 to May 11, 2024. The Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy is gearing up for a powerful campaign to raise awareness and funds — $100,000 in the … Save the Date for 2024 PN Awareness Week Read More » The post Save the Date for 2024 PN Awareness Week appeared first on The Foundation For Peripheral Neuropathy ..read more

For the fourth consecutive year, peripheral neuropathy (PN) has been renewed for research funding by the Department of Defense (DoD) Peer Reviewed Medical Research Program (PRMRP)’s $370 million fund for FY24. In advance of pre-application deadlines, the Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy (FPN) is sharing with you the FY24 funding mechanisms, award amounts, maximum direct costs and how to apply. FY24 … FY24 Peer Reviewed Medical Research Program (PRMRP) funding opportunities are now available! Read More » The post FY24 Peer Reviewed Medical Research Program (PRMRP) f ..read more

Chris F. is a resilient and dedicated individual residing in Madison, Wisconsin. Chris has led a remarkable life marked by a thriving business career and a strong commitment to family. Over three decades, he navigated the complexities of entrepreneurship, describing it as an exhilarating journey filled with challenges and triumphs. With 48 years of marriage … Chris advocates for peripheral neuropathy awareness Read More » The post Chris advocates for peripheral neuropathy awareness appeared first on The Foundation For Peripheral Neuropathy ..read more

Principal Investigators Peter Grace, PhD, from MD Anderson Cancer Center, University of Texas, and Cobi Heijnen, PhD, from Rice University, were recently granted Investigator-Initiated Research Awards. Grace received funding totaling USD$3,064,079, and Heijnen received funding totaling USD$165,704. Peripheral Neuropathy Advocacy Grace and Heijnen’s awards were made possible through the Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy’s (FPN) advocacy … Newly Funded Research: Targeting Local B Cells to Prevent Chronification of Neuropathic Pain Read More » The post Newly Funded Research: Targeting Local B ..read more

Principal Investigator Shailly Jariwala, MS, PhD, of the Henry M. Jackson Foundation, was recently granted a Discovery Award totaling USD$319,151 for her research on a new therapy for peripheral neuropathy. Peripheral Neuropathy Advocacy Jariwala’s award was made possible through the Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy’s (FPN) advocacy efforts with the Department of Defense’s CDMRP program. Advocacy … Newly Funded Research: A Novel miR-155 Therapy for the Treatment of Peripheral Neuropathy Read More » The post Newly Funded Research: A Novel miR-155 Therapy for the Treatment of Peripheral Neur ..read more

The Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy (FPN) is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with Johnson & Johnson, one of the world’s leading healthcare companies, as an esteemed 2024 Ambassador Impact Partner. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in FPN’s mission to advance research and education for individuals affected by peripheral neuropathy (PN). Collaboration for … Johnson & Johnson Joins Forces with the Foundation for Peripheral Neuropathy as 2024 Impact Partner Read More » The post Johnson & Johnson Joins Forces with the Foundation for Peripheral Neuropath ..read more

Meet Jeff K., an FPN supporter and volunteer, recent retiree, and resident of West Hartford, CT. Jeff was diagnosed with peripheral neuropathy (PN) nine years ago, with noticeable issues emerging in the last two years. The initial diagnosis followed back surgery, and his neurosurgeon at Mass General in Boston referred him to a neurologist due … How a PN patient maintains hope Read More » The post How a PN patient maintains hope appeared first on The Foundation For Peripheral Neuropathy ..read more