CLINICIANS & RESEARCHERS! Join Dr. Dritan Agalliu for an in-depth scientific & medical discussion on breaking PANDAS/PANS research! The free webinar will take place on 6/29 at 6pm ET. bit.ly/dragalliuwebinar

Learn about the mechanisms & inflammatory cytokines found in PANDAS PANS. June 29th we will have a second webinar for researchers & clinicians. Sign at pandasnetwork.org/events

We are happy to share with you the exciting news that Congress has taken action on PANS/PANDAS! BIDEN has signed into law the 2023 omnibus appropriations bill which is another step forward towards our goal of significantly growing federal funding for NIH research

This is a precious child from the UK with periorbital cellulitis from Strep. 💔 Group A strep causes ear infections (otitis media), limb blackening (necrotizing fasciitis) and more. IT IS WHY WE SWAB & We do Research! GROUP A strep is dangerous. Photo courtesy @Hopesaxons

Next month on October 9 is National #PANDASPANSAwarenessDay. Every contribution toward our mission of raising awareness about the impact of this disorder is invaluable. Learn about how you can help make a difference in your community: pandasnetwork.org/donate/

Why do many children recover from strep infections easily, while others contract PANDAS as a result? A new study hopes to answer this question by finding the genetic basis of the PANDAS immune system’s abnormal reaction to strep bacteria. Learn more: pandasnetwork.org/pandas-fam…

Flexibility and communication are key to creating a trusting environment for parents and teachers to have productive conversations. Whether you’re an educator or a parent, find advice on how to address the challenges of #PANDAS and #PANS in the classroom: pandasnetwork.org/top-two-ch…

Research studies have found extensive evidence that self-antibodies circulate in the blood of #PANDAS/PANS patients and attack healthy nerve cells. Learn about the latest immunological research on our website: pandasnetwork.org/research/i…

If your child is suffering from #PANDAS/PANS they should also be evaluated by a psychiatrist for OCD, eating disorders, mood dysregulation, tics, anxiety and more. Learn about the latest psychiatric research on PANDAS/PANS here: pandasnetwork.org/research/p…

Did you know that proven connections between Sydenham chorea and #PANDAS exist? If your child is experiencing PANDAS symptoms, make sure they are also getting tested for neurological disorders to get the most accurate diagnosis. Read more here: pandasnetwork.org/new-resear…

After a strep outbreak at home, Melissa’s son John began experiencing depression and symptoms of psychiatric disorders. Read about their 3-year journey to get an accurate #PANDAS diagnosis for both John and his younger sister Elizabeth: pandasnetwork.org/our-pandas…

PANDAS Network has actively supported #PANDAS/PANS research since 2009! Learn why it’s essential to raise awareness about clinical research and how this helps improve outcomes for #PANDAS/PANS patients and their families here: pandasnetwork.org/research/

Katy began developing #PANDAS symptoms when she was just 7 years old. Thanks to a school nurse, she was referred to a doctor for a strep throat test that became crucial for her first steps toward recovery. Read more about Katy’s story here: pandasnetwork.org/katys-pand…

Properly treating strep throat can help prevent #PANDAS/PANS and other health issues. Learn about the complications of an untreated strep infection, how to treat strep throat and why it’s important to treat strep early here: pandasnetwork.org/treating-s…

Share this training video with your school! It’s essential that teachers and school staff understand #PANDAS/PANS. We developed an education toolkit and evidence-based training video for school personnel to better serve children with PANDAS/PANS here: pandasnetwork.org/resources/…

Looking for information on treatment options for #PANDAS/PANS? We put together verified treatment information from doctors, experts, and physicians to help you find the best option for your child. Learn about four PANDAS treatments here: pandasnetwork.org/pandas-tre…

Do you need help requesting or setting up a 504 accommodation plan for a child with #PANDAS/PANS? Our latest blog provides resources and some sample documents to help you navigate this sometimes overwhelming process here: pandasnetwork.org/pandas-504…