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Accessible Air Travel Is Ready for Takeoff. Can It Avoid Turbulence?
Updates on recent policy and rule changes to make air travel safer and more accessible for people with disabilities.
My Father’s Journey with ALS
Father’s Day can be a beautiful celebration — but also a tender time for many. For those whose fathers are no longer with us, this day may carry sorrow along…
Simply Stated: Updates in Ryanodine Receptor 1-Related Disorders (RYR-1-RD)
RYR-1-Related Disorders (RYR-1-RD) are a group of rare, inherited muscle disorders caused by variants in the RYR1 gene. This gene encodes the ryanodine receptor type-1 (RyR1) protein, which is important for…
Speech Devices Improve Communication When ALS Affects the Voice
Communication devices are crucial technology for people with ALS, or Lou Gehrig’s disease, when their speech declines.
Accessible Travel on a Budget: Smart Tips for Exploring Affordably
Travel with a disability doesn’t have to be expensive. Follow this guide to discover accessible, budget-friendly adventures worldwide.
Understanding Congenital Myasthenic Syndrome: Causes and Treatments
Are new therapies on the horizon for the weakness and fatigue of CMS? Researcher Hanns Lochmüller, MD, PhD, answers questions.
Is Train Travel a Wheelchair-Friendly Alternative to Flying or Driving?
Train travel may offer a more accessible option for people with disabilities frustrated by airline mishandling of mobility devices.
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Advocating for Himself Helps Matt Curcio Serve Others
Matt Curcio turned a lifetime of disability self-advocacy into a career helping others find inclusion in employment and travel.
Navigating Life with MDA Community Education Programs
MDA Community Education offers free expert-led learning, practical resources, and opportunities for connection in the community.
MDA Milestone: How ‘Fill the Boot’ Was Born
In 1952, fire fighters first joined forces with MDA to fight muscular dystrophy — and 70+ years later, the mission continues.