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Mara Harkins





Thank you for donating to find a cure for NMO. My mom contracted NMO in August 1998, but it would not be diagnosed many years later by the Mayo Clinic. We appreciate your donations to research that we pray will find a cure. Much Love Kathleen

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Mara B Harkins passed away Sunday, May 24, 2020, at home, surrounded by her loving family, in after a brief battle with colon cancer. Mara contracted NMO in August 1998, however at that time NMO was not a known disease. She was treated for MS and Lupus at Columbia Presbyterian under the care of Dr. Miller and Dr. Blume for many years. She transitioned to care at SBMC now Robert Wood Johnson, under the care of Dr Herbert, followed by many years with Dr Ilya Kister, who are eternally grateful for his care, kindness and good humor. Mara was strong and brave throughout the years, never complaining of the pain, fatigue or limitations that the disease took on her body. She was always willing to try experimental treatments and blessed to always have a-typical versions of symptoms. We appreciate your donation toward finding a cure for NMO.

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