In Memoriam | Jimmie Rodgers

Singer Jimmie Rodgers passed away. He served as an NSDA Honorary Director and was the Keynote Speaker at 2005 NSDA Symposium. Jimmie had a string of hits in the 50s and 60s including, Honeycomb and Kisses Sweeter than Wine, until spasmodic dysphonia took his singing voice away.

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Reflections of 2020 | Discovering the Silver Linings

This past year has been anything but normal. In response, the NSDA adapted quickly to provide continued service and support to our community’s needs. NSDA President Charlie Reavis reflects on the many silver linings discovered during 2020.

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Linda Thompson Kenis

Linda Thompson Kenis’ voice is a British national treasure. She and her first husband, Richard Thompson, are folk-rock icons who launched their careers in the early 1970s. Kenis achieved international fame – as part of the duo, as a solo performer, and as a songwriter. Unfortunately, Linda developed spasmodic dysphonia at a young age.

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A Voice of Many Colors

The NSDA is excited to announce that we are launching a virtual art sale titled, A Voice of Many Colors, on the NSDA website. NSDA Development Director Susan Beck has donated fine art prints from her father Paul J. Long’s lifelong creative legacy.

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In Memoriam | Johnny Bush

Country Singer Johnny Bush passed away on October 16, 2020. He served as an Honorary Director for the National Spasmodic Dysphonia Association in recognition of his efforts to raise awareness about spasmodic dysphonia. He was honored by the NSDA in 2014. Johnny didn’t let his struggles with spasmodic dysphonia stop him from sharing his many gifts and was still playing out regularly at age 85

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Tampa Bay Spasmodic Dysphonia Support Group

TAMPA BAY | WALK FOR TALK September 19, 2020 REGISTER DONATE SPONSOR HOME EVENT INFORMATION DETAILS SPONSORSHIP CONTACT HOME Join us on September 19, 2020 for the Tampa Bay Spasmodic Dysphonia…

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NSDA Local Fundraising Contest

Working Together to Fund ResearchWe are excited that you have decided to sponsor a local fundraising event.  We know that this is a major commitment, but by working together, the…

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