Bionews Staff,  writers and editors—

Bionews, the owner and publisher of this site, employs science writers and editors, most of whom have PhDs in the life sciences, as well as veteran journalists, who ensure stories are well-written and easy to understand. Our stories undergo a comprehensive fact-checking and editing process to confirm accuracy, objectiveness, and thoroughness in order to best serve our audience of patients and caregivers.

Articles by Bionews Staff

Our family story of Huntington’s is one of resilience

Larry Boyd is an advocate for people with Huntington’s disease. (Courtesy of Larry Boyd) This is Larry Boyd’s story: It all began in the mid-1960s when I entered high school. My mother was taken to a University of Colorado hospital for what was initially diagnosed as a nervous breakdown,…

Taking back control of my life from the vice grip of Huntington’s

Erik Barrett runs his first marathon on the highways of Manitoba, Canada, in 2020. (Photos courtesy of Erik Barrett) This is Erik Barrett’s story: I wear many hats, whether it’s being a caring family member, a cheerleader to my friends, or an ultramarathon-running Huntington’s disease advocate. It’s easy…

A Huntington’s love story: Finding love in a hopeless place

From left, Erika and Melissa Boulavsky celebrate on their wedding day. (Photos courtesy of Melissa Boulavsky) This is Melissa and Erika Boulavsky’s story: Both of our stories begin with and continue to be shaped by the Huntington’s disease (HD) community. We both come from families affected by Huntington’s;…

How caring for family members led me to Huntington’s advocacy

From left, family members Fernando Torres, Ana María Torres, and Rafael Torres take a Sunday stroll. (Photos courtesy of Ana María Torres) This is Ana María Torres’ story: My first memories of Huntington’s disease come from my uncle Mau, my dad’s brother. He was often irritable, spoke…

Why sharing our Huntington’s disease stories is crucial

Christy Dearien discovered her father and grandfather had Huntington’s disease after her brother was finally diagnosed. (Photos courtesy of Christy Dearien) This is Christy Dearien’s story: I knew nothing about Huntington’s disease when my brother was diagnosed with it in 2014. But his diagnosis explained everything about my…

Empowering others with Huntington’s through storytelling

Erin Paterson holds copies of her books. (Photo courtesy of Erin Paterson) This is Erin Paterson’s story: I attended a conference for families impacted by Huntington’s disease (HD) — a spectacular event with expert panels and motivational speeches. But it’s the hugs and the feeling of being loved…

My family helps me manage the symptoms of Huntington’s

Kerry Agee smiles with her husband, Cody Agee. (Photos courtesy of Kerry Agee) This is Kerry Agee’s story: Hello! It’s a pleasure to meet you. I’m Kerry, 44, wife of a Gen-Xer, mother to a teen, and lover of dance, travel, “Lord of the Rings,” and Hello Kitty, as…