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Eradication of 'mental retardation' from language describing Fragile X Conditions
New and inclusive terminology to be adopted in scientific and clinical literature, improving respect for neurodiversity
Apr 13, 2022


Ukraine
Our Fragile X Society here in the UK is part of a growing network of countries dedicated to supporting the Fragile X Community and I...
Mar 31, 2022


Barriers to participating in clinical trials
What are they and how can they be addressed by researchers of medication trials for Fragile X Syndrome?
Mar 24, 2022


Road to Recovery Project: overview, update and final recruitment call
Carers and their children with learning disabilities invited to share their experiences of COVID-19 pandemic using fun, inclusive activities
Mar 16, 2022


Using Visual Aids
Caroline Pringle, Families and Professionals Advisor (Child Enquiries) shares top tips on using visual aids to support your child.
Mar 2, 2022


The Neuro-GD Study: with Fragile X Coach Deno
Jo shares her story of son Dennis' participation in the Neuro-GD Study run by Dr Andy Stanfield and colleagues at the Patrick Wild Centre
Feb 24, 2022


Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) to detect repeat expansion disorders including Fragile X Syndrome
New research paper published in The Lancet which demonstrates that whole genome sequencing (WGS) can quickly detect neurological conditions
Feb 24, 2022


Measuring electrical activity in the brain may help in development of drug therapies for Fragile X
Measuring electrical activity in the brain may help in development of drug therapies for Fragile X in new study from the Patrick Wild Centre
Feb 23, 2022


The kindness of strangers
One of our members shared this story about her son's employment journey
Feb 15, 2022


Boston Marathon
One of our Directors, John Quaye, is running the Boston Marathon on behalf of Fragile X Society on 18 April this year - his 14th marathon!
Feb 9, 2022


Managing transitions and planning for the future webinar: Thursday 17 February at 7:30pm
Join us on online on Thurs 17 Feb 7.30pm for ‘Managing transitions and planning for the future', with Christine Towers of Together Matters
Jan 26, 2022


Fraud
One of our members highlights a problem their family has experienced, in the hope it may prevent something similar happening to yours.
Jan 20, 2022


Kunal's favourite activities
Kunal wanted to share with you some of the things he's enjoyed doing over the last few months.
Jan 13, 2022


Additional Learning Needs Framework for Wales
Caroline Pringle, our Families and Professionals Advisor for Child Enquiries, shares an update on the Welsh education system
Jan 13, 2022


Coach Deno loses his Grandma Mini
Jo shares how her son, Dennis (known as Coach Deno) has coped with losing his beloved Grandma Mini
Jan 12, 2022


We are moving!
We're moving offices! Both our office and helpline will be CLOSED Tues 7 - Thurs 9 December. We re-open on Tues 14 December.
Dec 2, 2021


Casting call for new BBC drama!
Are you interested in acting? Would you like to take part in a BBC drama? Then I’m delighted to share the following news with you....
Nov 4, 2021


Christmas Cards for sale!
Why not support The Fragile X Society this Christmas by sending our Christmas Cards? A choice of 3 new designs at £4 per pack of 10.
Nov 3, 2021


Adults going back to services
Jane shares some tips for adults returning to services as Covid restrictions ease
Nov 2, 2021


Hannah's 80km running challenge for Fragile X
Hannah shares her story of her running challenge during Fragile X Awareness month, in memory of her father, Bob
Oct 20, 2021
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