In the News
James Durbin Overcomes Tourette's to Steal the Show on American Idol
The top 11 of the American Idol Summer Tour 2011 hit the stage at Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale on Tuesday, August 23. Finalist James Durbin is an inspiration to those with Tourette Syndrome — true to form, he met with LITSA members backstage.
Morgan Brown Raises $6,239.36
One of our very own child members, Morgan Brown helped raise $6,239.36 for our Chapter in 2010 when she was only 7 years old. Here she receiving an award for her outstanding achievement by Jane Zwilling.
Jennifer Zwilling in People Magazine
Jennifer Zwilling was recently featured in 2008 People "Heroes Among Us" Awards. (Click for pdf)
The article spotlights Jen's founding of TSA's Youth Ambassador program.
Jennifer Zwilling and TSA Youth Ambassador Program Featured on Doritos
Doritos packaging features a photograph and profile of each BR!CK Award winner and finalist. The Doritos brand announced that it will recognize BRICK award winning inspirational individuals by sharing their stories with millions on bags of Doritos tortilla chips. (Click for article from early 2008)
Dix Hills Teen Lobbies on Capitol Hill for Tourette Syndrome
On April 3, 2008 Lee Gochman, a 15 year old from Dix Hills, met with Representative Steve Israel as well as other NY Representatives and Senators in Washington, DC. Lee provided our representatives with information about TS. (Click for article)