Cure MFM13 - The Podcast
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Welcome to the Cure MFM13 Podcast, a series dedicated to raising awareness and sharing critical information about MFM13 Myopathy. This podcast is designed for individuals and families affected by this rare neuromuscular condition, as well as clinicians and researchers working to make a difference.
In each episode, we focus on one key topic related to MFM13 Myopathy — whether it’s the latest advancements in research, genetic testing, diagnosis, management strategies, or insights from the rare disease space. We’ll discuss recent publications, dive deep into important clinical topics, and explore the latest findings in the field. Episodes will sometimes feature journal club discussions, where we summarize and analyze key publications in the HSPB8 space, helping to make complex research more accessible.
Our goal is to inform, connect, and empower the MFM13 community, while providing resources that will support families, clinicians, and researchers alike. Together, we can build a stronger, more informed community as we work towards a life free from MFM13 Myopathy.
This podcast is generated with the support of AI, NotebookLM. We do everything in our power to ensure accuracy and clarity, but we welcome your feedback. If you spot anything that needs correction or want to contribute, please reach out to us at [email protected].
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S1E11 EP 11: Living with MFM13: Stories Behind the Diagnosis
In this episode, we focus on the patient journey in MFM13, sharing real-life stories from individuals affected by HSPB8-related myopathy. Through their experiences, we explore the challenges of early…
S1E10 EP 10: Journal Club: Inoue and Weihl, 2025 | What Makes an MFM? Rethinking Disease Mechanisms
This podcast discusses the recent publication by Inoue and Weihl (2025) on myofibrillar myopathies (MFMs), focusing on their redefinition as “Z-disk-opathies.” In this episode we explore how new…
S1E9 EP 9: Journal Club, Yang et al, 2024 | New Insights Into Pediatric Case of MFM13
In this Journal Club episode, we review the publication by Yang et al., 2024, which presents the first Chinese case of Myofibrillar Myopathy type 13 with Rimmed Vacuoles (MFM13) in a pediatric…
S1E8 EP 8: Clinical features of HSPB8 myopathy
In this episode, we summarize what is known about Myofibrillar Myopathy type 13 (MFM13), previously referred to as HSPB8 Myopathy. Drawing on nine published case studies, we outline the main clinical…
S1E7 EP 7: Tedesco et al. 2025: How New Frameshifts Change HSPB8 Disease
In this episode, we look at the 2025 study by Tedesco et al., “Novel HSPB8 mutations in severe early-onset myopathy with involvement of respiratory and cardiac muscles cause proteostasis defects in…
S1E6 EP 6: Advanced (for researchers): What is HSPB8 Myopathy, or Myofibrillar Myopathy type 13 (MFM13) with rimmed vacuoles?
Episode 6 - What is Myofibrillar Myopathy type 13 (MFM13) with rimmed vacuoles?In this episode, we take a deep dive into the molecular mechanisms behind Myofibrillar Myopathy type 13 (MFM13) with…
S1E5 EP 5: Journal Club: HSPB8 frameshift mutant aggregates weaken chaperone-assisted selective autophagy in neuromyopathies
Episode 5 – Tedesco et al. 2023: Molecular Insights into HSPB8In this episode, we dive into the 2023 study by Tedesco et al., titled "HSPB8 frameshift mutant aggregates weaken chaperone-assisted…
S1E4 EP 4: When to suspect HSPB8 Myopathy (MFM13)? Intro for clinicians
In this episode, we explore the key clinical features of HSPB8 Myopathy - an ultra-rare, autosomal dominant, progressive muscle-wasting condition. With fewer than 30 documented cases, awareness among…
S1E3 EP 3: Journal club: The Spectrum of Small Heat Shock Protein B8 (HSPB8) - Associated Neuromuscular Disorders
How can a small heat shock protein cause big problems in muscle and nerve cells? This episode explores HSPB8, a key player in chaperone-assisted selective autophagy (CASA), which helps clear…
S1E2 EP 2: For beginners - Introduction to HSPB8 Myopathy or Myofibrillar Myopathy type 13 (MFM13) with Rimmed Vacuoles: What You Need to Know
Episode 2 – Introduction to HSPB8 Myopathy: What You Need to KnowIn this episode, we break down HSPB8 Myopathy, a rare genetic condition that causes progressive muscle weakness and degeneration.…
S1E1 EP 1: Intro to Cure HSPB8: Why we’re here and where we’re going
Episode 1 – Our Mission, Our Vision, Our VoiceWelcome to the Cure HSPB8 Podcast. In this inaugural episode, we share how and why Cure HSPB8 came to be — and what drives our mission to improve the…
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Cure MFM13 - The Podcast has published 11 episodes since May 2025, covering topics in Health & Fitness, Life Sciences.
Cure MFM13 - The Podcast is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 months. Average episode length is 15m.
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