For decades, myocarditis and inherited cardiomyopathies were viewed as separate heart conditions. Myocarditis was considered an inflammatory disease, usually triggered by infection or autoimmunity, while cardiomyopathies were thought to be…
The Myocarditis Foundation is proud to announce that we have added Jordan Isaacs to our Board of Directors! As a survivor of myocarditis, Jordan has been deeply involved with establishing…
The Myocarditis Foundation is proud to recognize one of our board members Dr. Deipanjan “Deip” Nandi, for being named one of Castle Connolly’s 2026 Top Doctors. This prestigious honor places Dr. Nandi…
The Myocarditis Foundation is pleased to announce a 2026 Research Fellowship Grant being awarded to Dr. Chelsea Phillips. Dr. Phillips completed her PhD in Neuroscience at the University of Michigan…
Immune checkpoint inhibitors have transformed cancer care by helping the immune system better recognize and attack cancer cells. These therapies work by blocking natural “checkpoints” that normally keep immune responses…
Myocarditis is a rare but potentially life-threatening condition caused by inflammation of the heart muscle, most often following a viral infection. In children, myocarditis can be especially difficult to recognize…
The Myocarditis Foundation is pleased to announce a 2025 Research Fellowship Grant being awarded to Dr. Katelyn Bruno, PhD Dr. Katelyn Bruno, of the University of Florida is being awarded…
Genevieve Rumore will be retiring from the Executive Director position at the Myocarditis Foundation, effective 12/31/2025. Genevieve started her role as Executive Director of the Myocarditis Foundation in March of…
The Myocarditis Foundation wants to thank everyone who came out to our Third Annual Chili Cook-Off! It was an incredible day, and we were lucky enough to have perfect weather…
