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Back to School with Tourette Syndrome 2024

The summer is winding down, back-to-school shopping is inevitable and parent-teacher conferences are right around the corner. With the laid-back atmosphere of the summer, it can be difficult for children with Tourette syndrome (TS), as well as their parents to get transition back to the structured setting of school. When…

September 28, 2024: Shoot To End Neurological Diseases Fundraiser

Want to help end neurological diseases? Then consider this 2nd Annual Clay Shoot, “Shoot to End Neurological Disorders”. This amazing clay shooting event is aimed at benefiting the Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases. It is brought to you by the Bosshardt Families of Companies and the Reddish +…

Tourette Awareness Month 2024

Join the Tourette Association, our local support group and the Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases at UF Health in supporting the mission to raise awareness for Tourette syndrome and Tic Disorders. May 15 – June 15 is recognized as the Tourette Association Awareness Month. During this…

Tourette Support Group Events – Spring/Summer 2024

Please join the Clay/Alachua County Tourette syndrome support group this fall for a number of events. All are welcome, both children and their parents. RSVP is appreciated, please reach out to Michealle Loyd (weticalotclay@gmail.com). For more information on this support group, access the flyer.

Occupational Therapy’s Role in Treating Tics

Written by Thaila Schug, OTS Occupational therapists are healthcare professionals that aid patients across the lifespan, from birth through adulthood, with daily activities they want and need to do. These could include toileting, bathing and dressing. It can also include driving, returning to work and participating in school or play.

Tourette Awareness Month

Join the Tourette Association, our local support group and the Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases at UF Health in supporting the mission to raise awareness for Tourette syndrome and Tic Disorders. May 15 – June 15 is recognized as the Tourette Association Awareness Month. During this…

2022 Tourette Awareness Month Activities

May 15 – June 15, 2022 Join the Tourette Association, the Alachua County and Clay County TS Groups, and the UF Health Fixel Institute for Neurological Disorders in supporting the…