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ASBMB Today

July 10, 2025/by Kun Yan

Originally published by ASBMB Today on July 10, 2025.

This feature explores the biology of Lafora disease, research into therapies that reduce or remove abnormal glycogen, and the essential role of collaboration among researchers, patients, families, and Chelsea’s Hope.

Read the full article on ASBMB Today.

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Patient Worthy

May 23, 2025/by Kun Yan

Originally published by Patient Worthy on May 23, 2025.

This article profiles Chelsea’s Hope, the families affected by Lafora disease, and the community-led effort to support the ION283 safety study and advance urgently needed research.

Read the full article on Patient Worthy.

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The Good News Movement

May 6, 2025/by Kun Yan

Originally published by The Good News Movement on May 6, 2025.

This article highlights the ION283 human safety study and the international effort led by families, advocates, researchers, and Chelsea’s Hope to advance research toward a potential Lafora disease therapy.

Read the full article on The Good News Movement

https://chelseashope.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/ChelseasHope1.png 0 0 Kun Yan https://chelseashope.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/ChelseasHope1.png Kun Yan2025-05-06 00:00:192026-07-20 19:54:46Groundbreaking Study Offers Lafora Disease Hope

About Chelsea’s Hope

Chelsea’s Hope began as a website in the fall of 2007 to share Chelsea Gerber’s story with family and friends. A 501(c)(3) organization since 2009, we have made an impact by raising awareness, connecting families worldwide, funding research, and maintaining hope.

Our mission is to improve the lives of those affected by Lafora disease and help accelerate the development of treatments. [Read More]

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The mission of Chelsea’s Hope is to improve the lives of those affected by Lafora disease and help accelerate the development of treatments.

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