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Sensory issues and strategies to help: Week 3 (taste and smell)
In week 3 of her blog series on sensory issues, Caroline (Families and Professionals Advisor for child enquiries) covers taste and smell.
Mar 2, 2023


Rare Disease Day: 28 February 2023
NEW: watch our animated video raising awareness of Fragile X and associated conditions, to mark Rare Disease Day 2023.
Feb 28, 2023


The importance of psychological support for parents of children diagnosed with a rare condition
An udpdate on a study into the importance of psychological support for parents/caregivers of children with a rare condition at diagnosis
Feb 28, 2023


Men with the Fragile X premutation, who have less than 70 CGG repeats, less likely to develop FXTAS
An update from Dr Natali Bozhilova on a recent study
Feb 23, 2023


Sensory issues and strategies to help: Week 2 (hearing/sound and touch)
In week 2 of her blog series on sensory issues, Caroline covers hearing/sound and touch, with strategies to help.
Feb 21, 2023


Sensory issues and strategies to help: Week 1 (visual)
The first instalment in our new blog series looks at visual (sight) issues and strategies to help.
Feb 15, 2023


Kunal's Activities
Kunal wanted to share with you all some of the fun activities he enjoys with his friends at Pholk Care My name is Kunal Panchal and I...
Feb 15, 2023


We are hiring!
We are seeking to recruit a part-time Office Administrator to work at our office in Great Dunmow Essex. Find out more including how to apply
Feb 8, 2023


The CONNECT-X Study
Efficacy and safety of cannabidiol-based hand gel (ZYN002) for young people with Fragile X Syndrome following a recent study.
Feb 1, 2023


Emily to represent Great Britain in Special Olympics 2023
Louise Clarke shares the exciting news that daughter Emily has been selected to represent Great Britain in tennis at the Special Olympics
Jan 6, 2023


Farewell from Mark Smith
Director, Mark Smith, says goodbye to the Fragile X Society Board, and shares what inspired him to get involved.
Jan 5, 2023


Newborn bloodspot screening
An update from the Chair of our Board of Directors, Kirsten Johnson
Jan 3, 2023


Calling all members in Northern Ireland!
Would you like to help shape support for Fragile X families in Northern Ireland?
Nov 30, 2022


Where are they now? with the Irvines
In this first instalment of our new series, Sally and Jim Irvine share this family update about sons Jamie (40) and Stephen (35)
Nov 29, 2022


Our new legacy programme
Fragile X Society has teamed up with Freewills.co.uk to offer a free Will-writing service for our members.
Nov 15, 2022


The IGPrare European study
IGPrare European study recently explored experiences of families when sharing their diagnosis with family members: what were the results?
Nov 8, 2022


Coping with the death of HM Queen Elizabeth II
Jo has shared this story of how her son, Dennis (known as Coach Deno) has coped with the death of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
Nov 3, 2022


Seasonal checklist for adults
Jane Oliver has some ideas to help you manage the festive season, & a checklist of some common triggers of 'challenging behaviour' in adults
Nov 3, 2022


Calling all members in Wales!
Would you like to network with other members and families in Wales at a support group? Let us know if you'd like to join our meetings.
Nov 3, 2022


Video Presentations from our Fragile X Society Conference 2022 in Birmingham
Videos of the talks from our Conference 2022 at Birmingham are available to view on our YouTube channel. Click below to watch.
Oct 27, 2022
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