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• Dietary supplement aids behavior in Angelman syndrome mice: Study May 7, 2025
  A diet supplemented with octanoic acid safely improved behavior across multiple tests in a mouse model of Angelman syndrome, a study reports. A fatty acid found naturally in breast milk, […] The post Dietary supplement aids behavior in Angelman syndrome mice: Study appeared first on Angelman Syndrome News.
• Advice for parents new to an Angelman syndrome diagnosis April 8, 2025
  It’s been a year since our son, Jude, was diagnosed with Angelman syndrome (deletion of the UBE3A gene) at 16 months old. The past year has been a roller coaster of appointments, endless […] The post Advice for parents new to an Angelman syndrome diagnosis appeared first on Angelman Syndrome News.
• Autism traits prevalent in children with Angelman; are stable with age April 2, 2025
  Sensory problems and other features of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) were prevalent in children with Angelman syndrome and were generally stable over time, a report suggests. Children with the most […] The post Autism traits prevalent in children with Angelman; are stable with age appeared first on Angelman Syndrome News.
• Dealing with caregiver guilt is part of the Angelman journey March 11, 2025
  In the past month, I’ve felt pangs of guilt about several things while caring for my 2-year-old son, Jude, who lives with Angelman syndrome. I feel guilty while helping Jude […] The post Dealing with caregiver guilt is part of the Angelman journey appeared first on Angelman Syndrome News.
• Loss of consciousness can follow laughter in Angelman patients March 5, 2025
  Some people with Angelman syndrome may experience a phenomenon known as gelastic syncope, where laughter leads to a loss of consciousness, a report involving a teenager and two adults highlights. […] The post Loss of consciousness can follow laughter in Angelman patients appeared first on Angelman Syndrome News.
• How we’ll be raising awareness on International Angelman Day February 11, 2025
  As a caregiver, I understand that raising awareness about Angelman syndrome requires us to proactively educate the public. This can be done via social media or by organizing and participating […] The post How we’ll be raising awareness on International Angelman Day appeared first on Angelman Syndrome News.
• Supporters gear up for Feb. 15 awareness day for Angelman February 5, 2025
  Supporters are gearing up for International Angelman Day (IAD), a community-driven event held every February that aims to raise awareness for Angelman syndrome and honor those living with or lost […] The post Supporters gear up for Feb. 15 awareness day for Angelman appeared first on Angelman Syndrome News.
• Phase 3 Aspire trial of gene therapy GTX-102 doses 1st patient January 8, 2025
  The first patient has been dosed in a Phase 3 trial evaluating the safety and efficacy of GTX-102, Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical’s experimental gene therapy for Angelman syndrome. The global Aspire study […] The post Phase 3 Aspire trial of gene therapy GTX-102 doses 1st patient appeared first on Angelman Syndrome News.
• FAST’s Global Science Summit reminded us of the power of hope January 7, 2025
  The beginning of a new year is a hopeful and optimistic time. It’s symbolic of a fresh start, providing an opportunity to reflect on the past and embrace the future. […] The post FAST’s Global Science Summit reminded us of the power of hope appeared first on Angelman Syndrome News.
• GTX-102 may help cognition in Angelman syndrome children, teens December 4, 2024
  GTX-102, Ultragenyx’s investigational gene therapy for Angelman syndrome, improved cognition for participants in a Phase 1/2 trial after up to three years of treatment. Most patients also saw clinically meaningful […] The post GTX-102 may help cognition in Angelman syndrome children, teens appeared first on Angelman Syndrome News.