Familial amyloid polyneuropathy (FAP) is a progressive disease caused by deposits of amyloid fibrils in nerve cells and organs. As…
Mary Chapman
Mary graduated from Wayne State University with a degree in journalism. She began her career at United Press International, then spent a decade reporting for the Bureau of National Affairs, Inc. (now Bloomberg Industry Group). Mary has written extensively for The New York Times, and her work has appeared in publications such as Time, Newsweek, Fortune, and the Chicago Tribune. She’s won a Society of Professional Journalists award for outstanding reporting.
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Articles by Mary Chapman
A photo of a bespectacled young boy, his red baseball cap slightly askew as he  enjoys time outside, will be…
Same But Different, a nonprofit U.K. group that uses art for social change, is inviting people to choose their…
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) in FAP: What Does It Involve?
If your doctor suspects you have familial amyloid polyneuropathy (FAP), you will be asked to undergo diagnostic tests…
The EveryLife Foundation for Rare Diseases has launched a scholarship fund in the U.S. to support individuals with rare…
Treatment Plan for FAP
Familial amyloid polyneuropathy (FAP) is a rare and complex disease that affects multiple systems in the body. Many physicians…
Keeping a Food Diary When You Have FAP
If you have familial amyloid polyneuropathy (FAP), a healthy diet may help delay the onset and slow the…
FAP and Diet
Environmental factors such as diet may help delay the onset and slow the progression of familial amyloid polyneuropathy (FAP).
Mindfulness for FAP Patients
Symptoms of chronic disorders such as familial amyloid polyneuropathy (FAP) can present multiple challenges to everyday life. One…
The Spoon Theory for FAP Patients
Being diagnosed with a genetic disease during adulthood can be a life-changing event. Between managing your symptoms and addressing the…