Since there are 15,000 people who share the same genetic mutation, also known as Friedreich’s Ataxia, it’s important to share…
Frankie Perazzola
Frankie lives with Friedreich's ataxia in the city of Los Angeles, California. She writes about her life experiences as an independent 28-year-old woman dealing with rare neuromuscular disease. Frankie focuses on utilizing physical fitness and writing for BioNews as her main coping mechanisms for FA. Through her column, “Fighting FA,” she helps others with internal growth and self-acceptance
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Articles by Frankie Perazzola
Let’s just put it all out on the table: depression and anxiety come with having Friedreich’s Ataxia. The sadness, frustration…
After being diagnosed with a neuromuscular disorder with no set treatment plan and no cure, optimism and proactiveness may seem…
Before the #CureFA Mission
Happy New Year to all of you! I hope 2018 has been treating you well so far…
In today’s world, it’s become a trend to share every detail of your life — people always want to hear…
January is the perfect time for new goals, new hobbies and a fresh start. The whole “new year, new me”…
It’s that time of year again. It’s time to gather with your friends and family for the holidays and wait…
With the year coming to an end and Christmas coming faster than ever, I’ve become more reflective on…
Friedreich’s ataxia has numerous levels of frustration that can sometimes be maddening. The fact you have to depend on someone…
If you are a Friedreich’s ataxia patient, it’s likely that you’ve felt like a burden on your loved ones at…