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Read the latest news about issues affecting the neuromuscular disease community.

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MDA CEO and President Dr. Wood Reflects on 2024: A Year of Milestones and Momentum

By Donald S. Wood, Ph.D., President and CEO, Muscular Dystrophy Association | December 5, 2024
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A Year of Progress: Looking Back on the 2024 Changes in Air Travel Accessibility

By Shannon Wood | December 4, 2024
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A Q&A Look into the Planning and Upcoming Topics of the 2025 MDA Clinical & Scientific Conference

By MDA Staff | November 6, 2024
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Five Things You Should Know About the SSA’s Changes to Supplemental Security Income

By Shannon Wood | November 1, 2024
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Simply Stated: Updates in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)

By Sujatha Gurunathan | October 29, 2024
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Episode 44- Voting Rights and Accessibility

By MDA Staff | October 3, 2024
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Everything You Need to Know About MDA Hill Day 2024

By MDA Staff | September 18, 2024
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MDA Kickstart: A New Hope for Ultra-Rare Neuromuscular Disease Treatments

By Sharon Hesterlee, Ph.D. | September 9, 2024
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MDA Ambassador Guest Blog: My Experience at the 14th Annual Disability Justice Seminar

By Sumukha Terakanambi | August 14, 2024
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Your Vote Matters: Disability Advocates Can Help Change Legislation for the Better

By Steve Wright | August 13, 2024