Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 29/09/2026There’s still time to make your voice heard. We have 11 more days to submit comments following our EL-PFDD Meeting. If there was something you didn’t get the chance to say during the meeting, please share it with us. Visit lipodystrophyunited.org/submit-a-com... 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 22/09/2026If you left the meeting thinking, “I wish I had said one more thing,” please share it now. Your comments can help inform our Voice of the Patient Report. The deadline has been extended to October 11! Comment: lipodystrophyunited.org/submit-a-com... Survey: lipodystrophyunited.org/el-pfdd-pre-... 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 22/09/2026Join Give an Hour on September 23 at 6 PM CST for a community debrief following our EL-PFDD. We hope you’ll join us: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi... 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 10/09/2026We’re honored that Lipodystrophy United’s Voices of LU has been nominated for the inaugural 2026 Prix Galien Patient First Award in Honor of Michael J. Fox! 💙 This recognition belongs to our entire community. #LipodystrophyUnited #PrixGalien 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 09/09/2026A big thank you to Julie and Ashley from Give an Hour! Julie reminds us to think ahead about what brings us comfort; Knowing what helps you feel grounded can make it easier to reach for support when you need it. Zoom registration: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 07/09/202625 Stories for $25K | Story 24: Meaghan Meaningful improvement means feeling safe enough to leave home, walk her dog, or go to the park without fear. Donate to help patients attend the EL-PFDD and check if your employer will match your gift. Donate: lipodystrophyunited.org/form/25-for-... 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 05/09/2026Your experience matters! Take the EL-PFDD Pre-Survey to help us ensure the meeting reflects the real priorities, challenges, and experiences of people living with lipodystrophy and their caregivers, whether you attend virtually or in person. Survey: lipodystrophyunited.org/el-pfdd-pre-... 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 04/09/202625 Stories for $25K | Story 23: Dena Dena’s story is a reminder of how quickly hope can be replaced by uncertainty when treatment options stop working. Help us MATCH $25,000 to bring more voices to the EL-PFDD. Donate: lipodystrophyunited.org/form/25-for-... #ELPFDD #Lipodystrophy 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 03/09/2026Mallory has a question… will YOU go to prom with us? September 12, 2026! Whether you dress up, keep it casual, or wear whatever makes you feel most like yourself, we can’t wait to celebrate our community together. Register for our EL-PFDD and symposium: lipodystrophyunited.org/register-el-... 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 02/09/2026Story 22: Kyleigh Living with CGL means also carrying the uncertainty of whether others will know how to help if something goes wrong. Donate to help patients attend the EL-PFDD and check if your employer will match your gift to double your impact. Donate: lipodystrophyunited.org/form/25-for-... 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 31/08/2026For Shannon, the burden of FPLD is not one symptom or one diagnosis, it is the accumulation of many challenges, day after day, over decades. Help us MATCH $25,000 to bring more patient and caregiver voices to the EL-PFDD. Donate: lipodystrophyunited.org/form/25-for-... #25StoriesFor25K #ELPFDD 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 28/08/2026Sonia’s story is one of survival, resilience, and the lasting impact of lipodystrophy. Even after life-saving transplants, the disease still shapes her daily life. Donate to help patients attend the EL-PFDD—and check if your employer will match your gift lipodystrophyunited.org/form/25-for-... 010
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 26/08/202625 Stories for $25K | Story 18: Sydney Understanding her diagnosis has helped Sydney better manage her health, advocate for herself, and navigate questions with confidence. Help us MATCH $25K and check if your employer will match your gift Donate: lipodystrophyunited.org/form/25-for-... 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 26/08/202625 Stories for $25K | Kara Rare disease patients shouldn’t have to become experts in appeals and denials just to access care. Help us MATCH $25K to bring more patient and caregiver voices to the EL-PFDD. Donate: lipodystrophyunited.org/form/25-for-... #25StoriesFor25K #ELPFDD #LipodystrophyUnited 010
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 22/08/2026Only 3 days left to register for our hotel block and travel stipend! Register through our website and receive the hotel and stipend link! If cost has been holding you back, please apply; we don’t want anyone to miss this incredible weekend! Register: lipodystrophyunited.org/register-el-... 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 21/08/2026After a heart transplant, Ashley manages an intense daily treatment routine and never expected lipodystrophy to threaten her transplanted heart, too. Help us MATCH $25K. Check if your employer will match your gift to double your impact. Donate: lipodystrophyunited.org/form/25-for-... 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 19/08/2026For Rhonda, research is personal; a way to better understand herself and build a better future for her son and others. Help us MATCH $25K to bring more voices to the EL-PFDD. Your employer may match your gift, doubling your impact. Donate: lipodystrophyunited.org/form/25-for-... #25StoriesFor25K 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 17/08/2026Story 15: Sharon is sharing her story so future therapies can keep pace with the progressive nature of lipodystrophy. Help us match $25K to bring more patient voices to the EL-PFDD. Check if your employer matches donations to double your impact! Donate: lipodystrophyunited.org/form/25-for-... 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 15/08/2026Every story shared at the EL-PFDD becomes part of the Voice of the Patient Report, a resource that helps the FDA, researchers, and drug developers better understand life with lipodystrophy. 📅 September 11–13 Register: lipodystrophyunited.org/register-el-... #EL-PFDD #LipodystrophyUnited 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 14/08/2026Story 14: Rebekah 💙 Rebekah shouldn't have to prove her disease exists—and neither should you. Help us match $25K. Check if your employer matches donations to double your impact! Donate: lipodystrophyunited.org/form/25-for-... #25StoriesFor25K #ELPFDD #Lipodystrophy 010
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 12/08/2026Story 13: Crystal 💙 Crystal knows the fear of being told she's "too healthy" to qualify for treatment—and of losing access to a therapy that works. Help us match $25K to bring more voices to the EL-PFDD. Check if your employer matches donations! #25StoriesFor25K #ELPFDD 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 08/08/2026What will we discuss at the EL-PFDD? We'll focus on two key topics: the burden of living with lipodystrophy and the burden of treatment. Join us September 12–13 for community activities, research updates, and our gala! Registration: lipodystrophyunited.org/register-el-... #ELPFDD #Lipodystrophy 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 07/08/202625 Stories for $25K | Story 11: Becky Living with a rare disease often means living with uncertainty. Becky reminds us why more research and patient voices are important. Help us MATCH $25,000 for the EL-PFDD. Donate: lipodystrophyunited.org/form/25-for-... #25StoriesFor25K #ELPFDD #Lipodystrophy 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 06/08/2026Zainab is a nutritionist and Lipodystrophy United community member living withAGL. Did you know there are four levels of processed foods? Stay tuned as Zainab explains each level and shares how they differ in our upcoming videos! #Lipodystrophy #AGL #Nutrition #ProcessedFoods #RareDisease 010
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 05/08/202625 Stories for $25K | Story 10: Christine After 43 years, Christine had to give up the life she loved because of lipodystrophy. Help us raise $25K to bring more patients to the EL-PFDD. 💙 Donate: lipodystrophyunited.org/form/25-for-... #25StoriesFor25K #ELPFDD 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 03/08/202625 Stories for $25K | Story 9: Briana We're sharing stories like Briana's to ensure those everyday experiences help shape the future of treatment. Help us match $25,000 to bring more patients and families to the EL-PFDD. Donate: lipodystrophyunited.org/form/25-for-... #25StoriesFor25K #ELPFDD 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 01/08/2026Why does your voice matter? Because no one understands life with lipodystrophy better than the people living it every day. Join us for the EL-PFDD, September 11–13, and help make sure every voice is heard. Registration: lipodystrophyunited.org/register-el-... #ELPFDD #Lipodystrophy 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 31/07/202625 Stories for $25K | Story 8: Jennifer Success isn't just better lab results, it's having the energy to enjoy everyday life. Help us send patients to the EL-PFDD and ensure voices are heard. Donate: lipodystrophyunited.org/form/25-for-... #25StoriesFor25K #ELPFDD #LipodystrophyUnited 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 30/07/2026Zainab is a nutritionist and Lipodystrophy United community member living with AGL. In this video, she explains how balanced meals, fiber, and lean protein can support blood sugar management and why reducing processed foods is important. #Lipodystrophy #Nutrition #BloodSugar #LipodystrophyUnited 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 29/07/202625 Stories for $25K | Story 7: Kenzo Doing everything "right" doesn't mean the burden disappears. Help us raise $25,000 for the EL-PFDD. Donate: lipodystrophyunited.org/form/25-for-... #25StoriesFor25K #ELPFDD #LipodystrophyUnited 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 28/07/2026Thank you to the Chronic Liver Disease Foundation and Dr. Brown for creating and sharing this educational resource. Learn how adipose tissue deficiency affects people living with lipodystrophy and why understanding leptin is so important to understanding the disease. 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 27/07/202625 Stories for $25K | Story 6: Gretchen Lipodystrophy has impacted Gretchen and her family, fueling her to fight for early diagnosis, awareness, treatments, and to help ensure no family faces this disease alone. Help us raise $25,000 for the EL-PFDD. Donate: lipodystrophyunited.org/form/25-for-... 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 25/07/2026There are many ways to participate in the EL-PFDD! Attend in person, join virtually, share your story, participate in the audience, or submit written comments. Every voice helps shape the future of lipodystrophy care. 📅 September 11–13, 2026 🔗 Register: lipodystrophyunited.org/register-el-... 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 24/07/202625 Stories for $25K | Story 4: Mallory Pain isn't just one symptom, it can take many forms and affect every part of life. We're sharing stories like Mallory's to ensure our pains are seen. Help us raise $25,000 for the EL-PFDD Donate: lipodystrophyunited.org/form/25-for-... 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 21/07/202625 Stories for $25K | Story 4: Carminho This is our chance to share what we need from future therapies designed for our bodies. Help us raise $25,000 to bring more patients and families to the EL-PFDD. Donate: lipodystrophyunited.org/form/25-for-... #25StoriesFor25K #ELPFDD #LipodystrophyUnited 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 20/07/202625 Stories for $25K | Story 3: Julian As we count down to our EL-PFDD meeting, stories like Julian's highlight why earlier diagnosis, better treatments, and patient voices matter. Help us raise $25,000 to bring more patients to the EL-PFDD. Donate: lipodystrophyunited.org/form/25-for-... 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 18/07/2026Who should attend the EL-PFDD? Whether you're living with lipodystrophy, a caregiver, a family member, a friend, a healthcare professional, a researcher, or just want to better understand, your presence matters. Join us lipodystrophyunited.org/register-el-... 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 17/07/202625 Stories for $25K | Story 2: Serj Every patient deserves the chance to live a full life. As we count down to our EL-PFDD meeting, we're sharing stories like Serj's to highlight why patient voices matter. Help us raise $25,000! Donate: lipodystrophyunited.org/form/25-for-... 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 15/07/202625 Stories for $25K | Story 1: Maryanna As we count down to our EL-PFDD meeting, we're sharing 25 stories to raise $25,000 and help more patients and families attend in person. Every story matters. Every donation makes a difference. Link coming soon! #25StoriesFor25K #ELPFDD #LipodystrophyUnited 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 09/07/2026We're so excited to introduce some of the newest members of the Lipodystrophy United community who generously volunteered to share their stories through our latest photoshoot! Thank you for helping us build a more visible, connected, and hopeful future for everyone affected by lipodystrophy. 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 07/07/2026Receiving a rare disease diagnosis can change every part of your life, even how you see yourself. Read Bethany Oeming's powerful story about navigating lipodystrophy as a physician, a woman, and a mother, and how her diagnosis reshaped her perspective. Read here: www.cbc.ca/news/canada/... 010
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 01/07/2026Zainab is a nutritionist and Lipodystrophy United community member living with Acquired Generalized Lipodystrophy. In this video, she shares nutrition tips through both lived experience and professional knowledge. #Lipodystrophy #RareDisease #Nutrition #AGL #lipodystroohyunited 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 30/06/2026Register NOW for the EL-PFDD and weekend symposium! Whether you attend in person, join virtually, or submit written comments, your experience matters. 🗓️ September 11, 12, & 13, 2026 📍 Alexandria, Virginia Register here: lipodystrophyunited.org/el-pfdd-exte... 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 27/06/2026🏠 Welcome home! We're excited to introduce the new Lipodystrophy United website, a place where patients, caregivers, researchers, clinicians, and advocates can find trusted resources, the latest research, community events, and ways to get involved. Explore our new home: lipodystrophyunited.org 100
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 23/06/2026Julie Wells discusses the connection between pancreatitis and mental health, shares strategies for supporting emotional well-being, and provides three free toolkits to help you build resilience, track emotions, and strengthen your support system. Check out the link: mission-cure.org/pancreatitis... 010
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 18/06/2026👀 Something new is coming... We've been working behind the scenes on something designed to better serve the lipodystrophy community. We can't wait to share it with you. Stay tuned! #LipodystrophyUnited #Lipodystrophy #RareDisease #ComingSoon 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 15/06/2026Have nutrition questions? We're excited to welcome Zainab Alzoubi for an upcoming nutrition Q&A! Zainab holds a master's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics from the University of Illinois. Drop your nutrition questions in the comments below, and they may be featured during her presentation! 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 14/06/2026Have you watched CNBC Cures: Defying Rare Disease? This powerful documentary is an inspiring look at the impact of patient communities and the power of coming together to create change. Watch here: www.cnbc.com/video/2026/0... 020
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 10/06/2026New Lipodystrophy Study Opportunity! Lipodystrophy United is sharing a paid research opportunity for people living with generalized lipodystrophy or partial lipodystrophy, as well as caregivers who usually administer injections to the patient. 000
Lipodystrophy United @lipodystrophyunite.bsky.social · 06/06/2026Lipodystrophy United is heading to BIO 2026 in San Diego! We’re excited to connect with researchers, biotech leaders, patient advocacy organizations, and partners working to advance rare disease innovation. Attending BIO 2026? We’d love to connect. #BIO2026 #Lipodystrophy #RareDisease 000