My journey with Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) started about 15 years ago, although I did not know it at the time, nor did the physicians who were then treating me. At an annual physical, at the age of 46, I mentioned that my knees were a bit sore after physical...
With more than 250,000 Americans living with interstitial lung disease (ILD) and pulmonary fibrosis (PF), nine organizations are joining forces to present the third annual ILD Day on Wednesday, Sept. 13, to drive awareness of the diseases. ILD is the umbrella term...
“Everything that the foundation (FSR) is doing is moving the needle forward, and so that makes me very hopeful.” – Jeryl Prescott Gallien, Sarcoidosis Survivor, Champion, and Spokesperson for FSR’s Ignore No More Campaigns. The Foundation for Sarcoidosis...
Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research (FSR), the leading international organization dedicated to elevating research, raising awareness and providing support for individuals affected by sarcoidosis, is proud to announce the release of the Ignore No More Campaign on...
Recently, we asked our dedicated and generous Sarcoidosis Awareness Campaign Gold Level Sponsor, aTyr Pharma, Inc., to share more about their passion for raising awareness and improving the lives of those impacted by sarcoidosis. Check out how they are accelerating...
Rebecca Epstein, Senior Research Manager for Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research, participated in the 2023 Boston Marathon on April 17, 2023, running with the National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) team. This year’s marathon also commemorated the 10th...
The Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research (FSR) is proud to launch the Stand Up for Sarc Campaign this April as part of National Sarcoidosis Awareness Month. Sarcoidosis (pronounced SAR-COY-DOE-SIS) is considered a rare, inflammatory disease characterized by the...
The Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research (FSR), the leading international nonprofit organization dedicated to finding a cure and improving care for sarcoidosis patients, conducted a two-day training of patient volunteer leaders to collaborate with and support the FSR...
Foundation for Sarcoidosis Research (FSR) has been named an Official Charity Partner for the 2023 TCS New York City Marathon, which takes place on Sunday, November 5. FSR will be among more than 550 official charity partners providing thousands of runners the...
What’s your volunteer style? Do you want to make a difference in sarcoidosis but not sure exactly what role would suit you best? Take the quiz below to answer some fun questions to determine if you would be a better fit as a Community Outreach Leader or Support...
