Cure NF2 Foundation is a patient-led nonprofit dedicated to funding research and supporting those affected by NF2-related schwannomatosis

United States
Joined August 2018
Amazing! if you are able to support with a donation you can so here :- peoplesfundraising.com/fundr…
Pete and Dylan are being viking warriors trekking the Viking way in May to raise awareness and funds for our NF2 research to help NF2 warriors like myself and Oscar. Please read their story & if you are able to donate it will be appreciated peoplesfundraising.com/fundr… #ENDNF2
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I was delighted to be interviewed by our friends over at @NfPatients after i was nominated as their "Heroine of the month". A fitting day (#IWD2024) for the interview to be published which was about my hearing loss journey since diagnosis. #NF2 #NF2SWN nf-patients.eu/magazine/hero…
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We were delighted to announce our new trustees in February. We are now thrilled to share more details about them with you. You can find the details of all the trustees, Ambassadors and volunteers here on our website: nf2biosolutions.org/nf2-bios… #endNF2 #trustee #NF2Schwannomatosis
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LOVE that Feb 29 (or, usually the last day in Feb) is Rare Disease Day. Read Hermienke's story of living well with NF2 and finding her #deafmetal tribe!🥰 hearinghealthfoundation.org/… #RareDiseaseDay #loveyourears #keeplistening
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Rare Disease day! We want you to meet the real people affected by our rare disease NF2 related schwannomatosis and to read their story. If you need someone by your side to raise awareness & advocate for your rare disease community then Hermienke is that person! #ENDNF2
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Facial Palsy Awareness Week takes place from 1-7 March and is a great opportunity to start conversations about Facial Palsy. Many NF2ers experience facial palsy both pre and post surgery with varying degrees and varying effects. Head over to our friends at @facialpalsyuk #endNF2
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As we approach #RareDiseaseDay we want you to meet the real people affected by our rare disease NF2 related schwannomatosis and to read their story. #ENDNF2
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This is a picture of all the nerves in your body, quite spooky? Imagine a disorder where tumours could grow on any of those nerves in the picture Thats NF2! - just let that sink in for a minute #rardiseaseday #endNF2 #NF2awareness #neurofibromatosistype2 #NF2SWN #NF2support #nf2
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NF2 BioSolutions UK & Europe is in an exciting period of growth. It is important to move forward. We are delighted to welcome 5 new trustees to the charity from January 2024 Jo Ward, Andy White, Kim Whitlock, Dr Priya Sharma & Grace Gregory join us, each offering tremendous value
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Delighted to announce the upcoming webinar "Understanding Genetics in NF2-SWN" Register now: buff.ly/3HwSqIh Save the date Tues Feb 20th 12pm EST/5pm GMT
Excited to announce our upcoming webinar on the genetics of NF2-SWN! Join us as we welcome Kara Anstett, a Clinical Genetic Counselor from the NYU Comprehensive Neurofibromatosis Center. 🧬
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Midweek knowledge Did you know tinnitus affects MANY of those with NF2 The Four Different Types of Tinnitus: Subjective tinnitus Neurological tinnitus Somatic tinnitus Objective tinnitus interesting read rnid.org.uk/information-and-… #endNF2 #NF2awareness #neurofibromatosistype2 #NF2
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Today we celebrate all our volunteers & supporters and thank them for everything they do or have done this year. We are a very small charity and none of us get paid, no offices or overheads Every penny we raise is for NF2 research. Thankyou everyone! #strongertogether #endNF2
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Tuesday on the blog & our special Side Effects Thankyou everyone who helped with this issue - those who shared their experiences, @NervetumoursUK for all their help and @j_buttimore (NF2 services @ Addenbrookes) Please repost. nf2biosolutions.org/2023/12/… #ENDNF2 #Avastin
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We are promoting the NF2 Young Adults group today and we have a new flyer that will be sent from clinics shortly. The group is aimed at Young Adults from aged 18+ Chat, linger, feel connected or whatever, use the QR code in the flyer - or join here facebook.com/groups/98099014… #NF2
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How NF2 affects me Meet the real life people affected by NF2.​ You can donate here: bit.ly/NF2BIGGIVE Today we meet Nicole who was diagnosed with NF2 at 16 years old. Although had been hard of hearing since 6 and always had bad balance issues. TOGETHER WE CAN #ENDNF2
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The Movement for Good Awards are open for nomination. We would love you to nominate us. No Money on this just a nomination. The more nominations we get the better the chance of us winning £1000 for our research. you can nominate here bit.ly/NF2MOVEMENT Pls RT
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How NF2 affects me Meeting the real life people affected by NF2.​ We are each affected differently but are linked together by our rare disorder NF2 related Schwannomatosis (NF2)​ Today we meet Oscar. His NF2 journey started aged 6. NF2 IS FOR LIFE​. #ENDNF2
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Our Giving Tuesday Fundraiser is still going, and we need your help! Join our fundraising challenge and become an NF2 warrior. The goal of this challenge is for each NF2 fighter to raise $1,000. Comment below to enroll, and we will contact you to share more details.
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Cure NF2 Foundation retweeted
Big ask I know (sorry not sorry) especially in the times in which we are, but if you are able to consider donating today please do so here: bit.ly/NF2BIGGIVE I am pitching for the cost of your morning coffee £5 – your donations will be DOUBLED, Help us #ENDNF2
How NF2 affects me We want you to meet the real life people affected by NF2.​ You can donate here: bit.ly/NF2BIGGIVE Today we meet Aimee who is 41 and has had numerous surgeries to her brain and spine. TOGETHER WE CAN #ENDNF2
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Cure NF2 Foundation retweeted
Meeting the real people affected by NF2. We desperately need more treatment options to prevent life changing side effects from Avastin/surgery or radiation. Hannah needs her voice to do her job and has had to fight tooth and nail to get the help she needs. #ENDNF2
how NF2 affects me Meet the real life people affected by NF2.​ People with NF2 are affected by Brain Tumours, Spine Tumours, Optical Tumours, Deafness, Blindness Hannah started her NF2 journey aged 14. Hannah has suffered severe, life changing side effects from Avastin infusions
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