Raising Awareness about Juvenile Myositis (JM)

RENO, Nev. (KOLO) -The Fourth Annual Walk Strong to Cure JM Reno event will take place this weekend, giving families a chance to raise awareness and funds for children living with juvenile myositis (JM).

JM is a rare and potentially life-threatening autoimmune disease. Trisha Buescher’s 11-year-old daughter, Abby, was diagnosed with the disease more than eight years ago. She says there are five families living in the Truckee Meadows area who have children with this disease that is life-changing. Buescher says the disease is so rare that a lot of people have never heard of it and that’s why this annual walk is so important.

The event is also a way the community can help raise money for research for the disease. Funds raised will go towards research that can lead to better treatments and, ultimately, a cure.

The Walk Strong to Cure JM Reno is happening Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Las Brisas Park. Check-in is from 9:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. The event runs through 11:00 a.m.

You can register and/or donate online here.