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Let's talk ADOA

Aug. 24, 2026

Autosomal dominant optic atrophy, or ADOA, is a rare inherited condition that affects the optic nerves and can lead to gradual changes in vision. It is one of at least 350 known types of mitochondrial disease.In this episode, we explore how ADOA can affect central and colour vision, the role of the…

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Let’s talk NARP

June 21, 2026

Neurogenic weakness with Ataxia and Retinitis Pigmentosa, also known as NARP, is a rare type of mitochondrial disease, mito for short. It affects mitochondria, the parts of our cells that make energy, and it commonly impacts the brain, nervous system and muscles. NARP often begins in the first few …

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Let’s talk Leigh Syndrome

June 7, 2026

Leigh syndrome, sometimes called Leigh’s disease, is a rare type of mitochondrial disease, mito for short. It mainly affects the brain, nervous system and muscles, and it can also impact things like vision, hearing, digestion, the lungs and the heart. Leigh syndrome often starts in the first few mo…

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Let's talk MERRF

May 24, 2026

Myoclonic epilepsy and ragged-red fibres, or MERRF, is a rare type of mitochondrial disease (mito). It most often affects the brain, nerves and muscles. Signs and symptoms usually begin in late adolescence through adulthood, though they can occur at any age. In this episode, we talk through what ME…

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Let's talk MELAS

May 10, 2026

Mitochondrial Encephalopathy, Lactic Acidosis, and Stroke-like episodes, or MELAS, is a rare type of mitochondrial disease, mito for short. MELAS most often impacts the brain and muscles, and it can also affect things like the body’s hormone system, hearing, vision, and the heart. In this episode,…

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Let's talk LHON

April 26, 2026

Leber hereditary optic neuropathy, or LHON, is a rare type of mitochondrial disease, mito for short. LHON most often affects central vision. In this episode, we talk through what LHON can look like in everyday life, including why peripheral, or side vision, may remain even when central vision chan…

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Let's talk KSS

April 12, 2026

Kearns–Sayre syndrome, or KSS, is a rare type of mitochondrial disease, mito for short. It usually starts before the age of 20. KSS often affects the muscles around the eyes. It can also affect the back of the eye, which may change night vision or side vision. Some people may also have heart sympto…

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Let’s talk CPEO

March 29, 2026

Chronic progressive external ophthalmoplegia, or CPEO, is a type of mitochondrial disease (mito) that most often affects the muscles around the eyes. Some people only have eye symptoms. Others may also have things like muscle weakness, getting tired quickly with activity, or swallowing problems. I…

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Monitoring mito: mito care standards in practice

March 15, 2026

This episode shares key tips from Dr Shanti, a metabolic geneticist. She explained why regular checks help people with mito stay safe and supported. Main points: Check hearing, heart and eyes often. Check vitamin levels and nutrition every six to twelve months. Watch for seizures, headaches or ot…

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