The World Alliance of Pituitary Organizations (WAPO)
The World Alliance of Pituitary Organizations (WAPO) is a nonprofit, self-governed organization that was created to unite the pituitary patient community internationally by sharing information, fostering teamwork, and building support. In doing so, WAPO pushes for global pituitary awareness activities, and overall, the best possible standard-of-care for patients worldwide.
Condition Awareness & Advocacy
Here is a list of conditions this partner raises awareness and advocacy for:
Patient Worthy Posts on Hypopituitarism
Hypopituitarism – Could it Be to Blame for Your Exhaustion?
You may not know this, but a bean-sized gland, located in your brain (behind your nose and between your ears) secretes hormones that influence almost
This Just In: Hormone Therapy Could Help Hypopituitarism!
Hypopituitarism affects many children with cerebral palsy. The condition causes poor growth, often delaying puberty. But there is good news for this community! A report
A Champion Runner’s Fiercest Opponent: Hypopituitarism
America first started noticing South African runner Annie Bothma at the Roy Griak invitational in 2015. She came in third! Not only is she talented,
Researchers Hunting for Cushing Disease Cure in Zebrafish
According to a publication from Healio, recent breakthroughs in medical science have renewed hopes of finding a cure for the rare Cushing disease. Dr. Shlomo
His Son was Taken Off the Shield List, and Now They Feel Unprotected from COVID-19
As reported in the BBC; Aaron Bradley is concerned that returning to work will endanger his son’s health. This follows the Scottish governments decision to
Benign Congenital Hypotonia and Other Rare Conditions: A Patient Story
Written by Kathleen Leatherbury Hi, I’d like to share my story. In hopes of 2 things. To find help and to hopefully help others. I