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FPWR Blog

Blood Clots in PWS: Risk Factors, Signs & Symptoms

Although rare overall, people with PWS have a higher risk for developing dangerous blood clots than the general population. A blood clot is a mass of blood that has changed from its liquid state into a semi-solid or gel-like form.

Topics: Research

How Should I Talk with My Child About Their PWS Diagnosis?

How should I talk with my child about their PWS diagnosis? This is a question many parents ask as their child grows and differences between them and their typical peers may become more apparent. Will discussing the PWS diagnosis empower their child t...

Topics: Research

2024 FPWR PWS/SYS Research Symposium Retrospective

In September, we were honored to host our annual meeting of researchers, physicians, and pharmaceutical companies interested in Prader-Willi or Schaaf-Yang syndromes. This event is consistently invigorating as the leaders in PWS/SYS research not only...

Topics: Research, Learning

United in Hope: 2025 Global Prader-Willi Syndrome Conference

We are excited to announce that the 2025 "United in Hope" conference will be held in collaboration with the International Prader-Willi Syndrome Organisation (IPWSO), the Prader-Willi Syndrome Association | USA (PWSA | USA), and the Foundation for Pra...

FDA Determines No Need For Advisory Committee Meeting At This Time

Soleno Therapeutics announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Review Division has determined that there does not appear to be a need for an advisory committee meeting at this time for the New Drug Application (NDA) for DCCR (di...

Harvesting Hope: Trot With Us To Make a Difference!

This fall, join us for a heartwarming and impactful challenge: Harvesting Hope—a fun, family-friendly distance challenge that supports Prader-Willi and Schaaf-Yang syndrome research.

Topics: News

Select Sessions from our 2024 Research Symposium and Family Conference Now Available

We're excited to announce that select sessions from our recent PWS Research Symposium and Family Conference are now available to watch! This year’s event brought together leading experts, researchers, and families from around the world to explore the...

New Study Highlights the Severe Impact of COVID-19 for Individuals with PWS

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, researchers are working hard to understand how the virus affects individuals with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS). A recent study by FPWR Grant Recipient Dr. James Luccarelli and colleagues from the Massachus...

Topics: Research

Meet Team FPWR: A Dynamic Force Running the NYC Marathon for Research

Meet Team FPWR, a powerhouse group of eleven incredible individuals lacing up their sneakers to conquer the New York City Marathon on November 3, 2024! Each runner brings a unique story and a shared passion for supporting Prader-Willi syndrome resear...

Topics: Stories of Hope, PWS People