Montel Williams and Olga Villaverde will host a special episode along with Harmony Biosciences and Alexion. The special program will air on Lifetime TV on February 19th & 26th to commemorate Rare Disease Day 2025.
The Balancing Act, an award-winning morning show hosted by Montel Williams and Olga Villaverde, is proud to announce an impactful programming line-up in recognition of Rare Disease Day on February 27th. This special episode, airing on February 19th and 26th, will shed light on the struggles faced by those living with rare diseases and the importance of diagnosis and awareness.
In this compelling episode, Harmony Biosciences presents a segment about “Narcolepsy: The Struggle to Stay Awake,” which will address the challenges of excessive daytime sleepiness experienced by individuals with narcolepsy. This segment, approximately 7-9 minutes long, will provide invaluable insights into recognizing and treating this often-misunderstood condition.
We will also hear from Wendy Erler, Vice President of Patient Experience at Alexion, AstraZeneca, as she shares Alexion's mission to accelerate early and accurate diagnosis while highlighting the impact of rare diseases on family dynamics.
The episode will also feature “Behind the Mystery,” with Montel Williams and Olga, discussing the essential guide “Navigating Your Rare Disease.” This segment aims to equip viewers with the knowledge and resources needed to navigate the complexities of rare diseases successfully. Click here for a complimentary Rare Disease Guide.
“The Balancing Act is committed to raising awareness and providing support for those affected by rare diseases,” said Montel Williams, host of The Balancing Act. “Through these powerful segments, we hope to empower viewers with information and inspire action towards better understanding and treatment options.”
For more information about this special episode or to tune in, please visit: thebalancingact.com/.
About The Balancing Act®: The Balancing Act® is a morning show created and produced by BrandStar that offers sensible solutions and essential information in a fun, entertaining format; providing resources to help people do life better. The Balancing Act features everything from delicious recipes, style makeovers and dream getaways to parenting tips and the latest news in health and wealth. Tune in to The Balancing Act weekdays at 7:30 a.m. (ET/PT) on Lifetime® and find all previously aired episodes on TheBalancingAct.com.
About Behind the Mystery™: Behind the Mystery™ is a recurring series on The Balancing Act® television show devoted to advocating for rare and genetic diseases. The series clarifies the often-complex issues by offering easy-to-understand explanations from top experts in the field through partnerships with foundations and pharmaceutical companies. We amplify the voices of patients, families, and advocates affected by rare diseases via our national television platform. Tune in to Behind the Mystery weekdays at 7:30 a.m. (ET/PT) on Lifetime® and find all previously aired episodes on TheBalancingAct.com/rare.
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