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Spotting Neuromuscular Disease in Adults
After years of denial, it was the stairs to his second-floor college apartment that forced Chris Anselmo to finally face his limb-girdle muscular dystrophy (LGMD) in 2009. “I remember moving in, trying…
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The Benefits of Getting Kids Involved in Adaptive Sports
When Kristine Welker’s son was young, he wanted to be as involved in sports as everyone else in the family — and that meant a high level of activity, from…
How to Make a Decision About a Clinical Trial
Clinical trials come with great hope and also great unknowns. Here’s how to weigh all the factors and make the best choice for yourself and your family.
Tags: Clinical Trials, Healthcare, Parenting, Resources, Web Exclusive
Find the Right Resources
Follow these tips to gather the tools and support you need to live well
Tags: Featured Content, MDA Care Centers, MDA Resource Center, National Connections Program, Resources
How Viral Vectors Deliver the Goods in Gene Therapy
Viral vectors are an important area of research in the exciting field of gene-targeted therapies
Parent Pressure
Hunt family Coping skills to help you handle stress when raising a child with neuromuscular disease
Early Warning Signs Help Spot Neuromuscular Disease in Children
Josh Corbett[Image description: Josh, a light-skinned boy with short brown hair, stands in front of a brick wall wearing a black jacket, gray shirt, red shorts, and blue sneakers.] …
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Clinical Trial Alert: Observational Study to Identify Biomarkers in Individuals Receiving Radicava for ALS
Researchers at Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharmaceutical America (MTPA) are seeking individuals living with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) to participate in a six-month observational study. This study is designed to identify biomarkers to serve…
Plan for a Bright Future
Financial tools and savings options help individuals and families living with neuromuscular disease achieve their goals
Tags: Education, Employment, Featured Content, Finance, Insurance, Parenting, Resources, Transitions, Young Adults
Disability or Superpower
Mindy Henderson Our biggest challenges can be our greatest advantages
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