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  • S2:E6- Let's Talk About Volunteering with HDSA
    Feb 12 2025

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    In this insightful episode, Neekia Davis, Teresa Srajer, Beth Hoffman, and Dom Thomas dive into the importance of volunteering and how you can get involved in supporting the Huntington’s Disease Society of America (HDSA). They share personal experiences, tips for making an impact, and why volunteers are the heart of the organization. Whether you're looking for ways to give back or just curious about HDSA’s mission, this conversation is packed with inspiration and practical advice.


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    22 min
  • S2:E5 Let's Talk about the HD ELPFDD Meeting
    Dec 2 2024

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    In this insightful episode, Neekia Davis and Phyllis Foxworth dive deep into the highlights and critical discussions from the ELPFDD Meeting on November 13th. They break down the key takeaways, and provide an inside look at the collaborative efforts shaping the next steps.

    Join us as they outline action plans, share community feedback, and discuss strategies for addressing the pressing challenges and opportunities identified during the meeting. Whether you attended the ELPFDD or are catching up on what you missed, this episode is packed with valuable insights to keep you informed and engaged in the journey ahead.

    Tune in to stay in the know and discover how you can contribute to the path forward!

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    24 min
  • S2:E4 - Let's Talk About POWERHD
    Oct 18 2024

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    In today's episode, we're thrilled to take a deep dive into POWERHD with special guests Erika Boulavsky, MSW, LCSW, Community Outreach Specialist, and MaryAnn Emerick, LMSW, Manager of Youth & Community Services. Tune in for an insightful conversation!

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    23 min
  • S2E3: Phyllis Foxworth & Dr. Victor Sung
    Jun 11 2024

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    In this episode, HDSA's President & CEO Louise Vetter is joined by Phyllis Foxworth and Dr. Victor Sung to chat about the changing landscape of research.

    Phyllis is the Senior Manager, Advocacy at HDSA

    Dr. Sung is the Director of the HDSA Center of Excellence at The University of Birmingham, Alabama, and the former chair of the HDSA Board of Directors.


    To learn more about Huntington's disease, please visit HDSA.org.

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    38 min
  • S2E2: Leora Fox, PhD & Kelly Andrew Part 2
    May 8 2024

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    In this episode, HDSA's President & CEO Louise Vetter is joined by Leora Fox, PhD and Kelly Andrew to chat about Somatic Instability and how to get involved in research opportunities.

    Leora is the Assistant Director of Research and Patient Engagement at HDSA.

    Kelly is the Coordinator of Research and Mission Programs at HDSA.


    To learn more about Huntington's disease, please visit HDSA.org.

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    39 min
  • S2E1: Leora Fox, PhD & Kelly Andrew
    Apr 18 2024

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    In this episode HDSA's President & CEO Louise Vetter is joined by Leora Fox, PhD and Kelly Andrew.

    Leora is the Assistant Director of Research and Patient Engagement at HDSA.

    Kelly is the Coordinator of Research and Mission Programs at HDSA.


    To learn more about Huntington's disease, please visit HDSA.org.

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    42 min
  • Episode #3: Maryann Emerick, Dr. Jim Gusella and Dr. Marcy MacDonald
    Mar 30 2023

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    In this episode HDSA's President & CEO Louise Vetter is joined by MaryAnn Emerick; Dr. Jim Gusella and Dr. Marcy MacDonald.

    Maryann is HDSA's Manager, Youth & Community Services and an HD family member.

    Dr. Gusella is a Professor of Neurogenetics at the Department of Genetics at Harvard Medical School.

    Dr. MacDonald is a Professor of Neurology at Mass General Hospital.


    To learn more about Huntington's disease, please visit HDSA.org.

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    49 min
  • Episode #2: Chris Cosentino & Robi Blumenstein
    Feb 28 2023

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    In Episode #2, Louise Vetter is joined by Chris Cosentino & Robi Blumenstein.

    Chris Cosentino is HDSA's Director of Marketing & Communications and has been with the Society since 2014.

    Robi Blumenstein is President of CHDI and in 2002 organized CHDI Management to provide management services to non-profit organizations engaged in Huntington’s disease research.

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    54 min