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Reflections on the first anniversary of ‘Brave Butterfly’

Soft morning light spills through my windows as I power on my laptop. A gentle glow envelops the quiet room. I think about where I was a year ago, when hope felt uncertain and struggle was heavy. April marks the first anniversary of my column, “Brave Butterfly,” so I…

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New hormone replacement treatment for hypoparathyroidism is safe: Trial

Single doses of canvuparatide, an injectable hormone replacement treatment being developed by MBX Biosciences for chronic hypoparathyroidism, appeared to be safe in healthy adults and were long-acting in the bloodstream, supporting the once-weekly dosing regimen now being tested in later-stage trials. These data come from the first…

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New weekly therapy moves toward Phase 3 for hypoparathyroidism

MBX Biosciences is advancing its experimental therapy canvuparatide (MBX 2109) toward a Phase 3 trial in adults with chronic hypoparathyroidism, following a successful End-of-Phase 2 meeting with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). An End-of-Phase 2 meeting is typically held after a Phase 2 study to determine whether a…

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My PATTH with hypoparathyroidism is unknown, but my purpose is clear

Editor’s note: This story includes a mention of suicide. If you or someone you know needs help, the national suicide and crisis lifeline in the U.S. is available by calling or texting 988. There is also an online chat at 988lifeline.org. Internationally, find a suicide…

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Featured ColumnsAs Tatum’s return from injury shows, a comeback is better than a setback

Columnist Bari Vapnek recalls her trips to Boston and a star Celtics’ player’s return from injury as she reflects on her hypopara journey.

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    Reflections on the first anniversary of ‘Brave Butterfly’

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    My PATTH with hypoparathyroidism is unknown, but my purpose is clear

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    As Tatum’s return from injury shows, a comeback is better than a setback

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    An at-home calcium tester is in development — and I’m celebrating!

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    Navigating hypopara with the Year of the Horse as my inspiration

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    Having hypoparathyroidism helped me view friendships as a ‘spectrum of love’

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