Wake Up Narcolepsy is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing the knowledge of Narcolepsy to find a cure, as we strengthen families and individuals.
WUN offers free, targeted online support groups to individuals with narcolepsy and their families, worldwide. Our programs are designed to bring together individuals who have been affected by the diagnosis of narcolepsy and provide the support and community necessary to thrive.
WUN accepts donations to accelerate narcolepsy reseach. Since inception in 2008, WUN has donated over $1 million in research funds to institutions across the US including Stanford U, Harvard, Boston Children's, Northwestern, Vanderbilt and more.
Topic: Living with Narcolepsy as a teenager
Focus: Tiredness, motivation, day and nighttime symptoms, friendships, school, exercise, eating habits and body image.
Topic: Narcolepsy and Pregnancy
Focus: Pregnancy/lactation and Medications, Symptom management if on reduced medication, Work accommodations, Collaborating with sleep specialist and OB