Attendees traveled from near and far to join us in person and online for the 2025 Wake Up Narcolepsy National Summit in Raleigh-Durham, N.C. Hosted in a different city each year, the summit provides a place where industry professionals, clinicians, individuals with narcolepsy, and family members can come together and […]
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Breakthroughs Ahead
Narcolepsy research is entering an exciting phase, with promising new treatments and discoveries on the horizon. Because narcolepsy symptoms can cause daily disruptions, affecting everything from work to relationships, having effective treatments makes a meaningful difference in improving quality of life. At Wake Up Narcolepsy (WUN), we’re committed to not […]
The Diagnostic Journey for Narcolepsy
In previous editions, we’ve talked a lot about how diagnosis is only the first part of the journey with narcolepsy. It’s true that there are many pieces to managing the disorder that follow, but that diagnosis is something we really want to hone in on in this edition. The information […]
The Power of Connection
Depression is more common in people with narcolepsy.1 According to research, around 20 percent of people diagnosed with narcolepsy also experience depression, with some estimates suggesting the prevalence could be as high as 57 percent.1,2 It’s unknown if depression is a primary feature of narcolepsy, or if life is just […]
Enhancing Community In Person and Online
At Wake Up Narcolepsy (WUN), our hybrid approach to programs and events has transformed and expanded how we connect with people affected by narcolepsy. For those living with rare or misunderstood disorders like narcolepsy, connecting with others is often life-changing. It provides a sense of belonging that eases some of […]
Accelerating Narcolepsy Research Together
Since its inception in 2008, Wake Up Narcolepsy (WUN) has donated over $1.39 million to narcolepsy research. We are a nonprofit organization committed to advancing narcolepsy awareness, education, and research. A large part of our mission involves raising and allocating funding to develop improved treatments and ultimately, find a cure. […]
Wake Up Narcolepsy Launches Redesigned Website
Wake Up Narcolepsy, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to supporting Narcolepsy awareness and research has launched a newly redesigned website at http://www.wakeupnarcolepsy.org. You’ll find narcolepsy resources, information, and opportunities to connect as well as updates on their latest events. Sign up for their Los Angeles Narcolepsy Day and our upcoming Online Support […]
Wake Up Narcolepsy Awards $90,000 To Research
Wake Up Narcolepsy Awards Unrestricted Grants to Stanford And Harvard Narcolepsy Research At the SLEEP 2018 meeting held in early June, Wake Up Narcolepsy awarded Dr. Mignot from Stanford Center for Sleep Sciences and Medicine $45,000 for ongoing research. The funding allows Dr. Mignot to continue his pivotal research into […]
Narcolepsy Education Event Coming to NYC Area
NARCOLEPSY EDUCATION DAY PLEASE JOIN US FOR A DAY OF INFORMATION ON NARCOLEPSY AND CONNECTION WITH OTHERS WHOSE LIVES ARE AFFECTED BY NARCOLEPSY When? 9am-3pm SEPTEMBER 22, 2018 Where? AT THE DOUBLETREE HILTON HOTEL TARRYTOWN, NY FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO REGISTER CONTACT TAMMY SMITH AT tsmith@wakeupnarcolepsy.org WAKE UP NARCOLEPSY IS […]












