
In Case You Missed It…
By MDA Staff | Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Quest Media is an innovative adaptive lifestyle platform from MDA. With the power of this platform, we foster awareness and empowerment and have important conversations with experts, thought leaders, and members of the neuromuscular disease community about topics that matter to them and to the larger community of individuals with disabilities.
With so many valuable podcasts, blog articles, and magazine articles available to our audience, chances are that you may have missed one or two pieces of interesting content. Check out the summaries and links below.
In case you missed it… Quest Blogs:
Your Guide to Genetic Testing for Neuromuscular Disease
Genetic testing is a key tool in diagnosing neuromuscular diseases and accessing new therapies. Fortunately, thanks to increasing insurance coverage and sponsored testing programs, genetic testing has become more accessible and affordable. Read expert advice from genetic counselors on the benefits of genetic testing, how much it costs, and how it works. Read more.
Simply Stated: Myasthenia Gravis Therapeutic Landscape
Myasthenia gravis (MG) is a chronic neuromuscular disease characterized by muscle weakness that worsens after activity and improves after rest. Most people with MG experience one of two forms, ocular or generalized. While there is currently no cure for MG, many therapeutic options are available for affected people and the symptoms of MG can be controlled with treatment. Here, we provide an overview of the current therapeutic landscape for MG. Read more.
In case you missed it… Quest Podcast:
Episode 54: Service Dogs, Inc. – Paws with a Purpose
In this Quest Podcast episode, we chat with a former attorney who left her law practice to devote her time to building Service Dogs, Inc. Sheri Soltes founded Service Dogs, Inc. in 1988 on the concept of training dogs rescued from animal shelters. Under her guidance, Service Dogs, Inc. has led the industry in combining the use of all rescue dogs with positive reinforcement training methodology. While offering her clients more independence and a new leash on life, she joins us to share her experiences, expertise, and advice when it comes to service dogs and navigating life. Listen here.
In case you missed it…Quest Magazine 2025 Issue 2, Featured Content:
Accessible Travel on a Budget: Smart Tips for Exploring Affordably
Travel opens doors to new perspectives, cultures, and experiences. But for many, exploring the world can seem like an unattainable luxury — too expensive, too complicated, or simply inaccessible. The good news? Affordable and accessible travel is more possible than ever with the right planning and resources. Whether you’re dreaming of a weekend getaway or a bucket-list adventure, this step-by-step guide will show you how to make travel work for your budget and needs. Read more.
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