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Getting to Know Your 2024 MDA National Ambassadors
MDA’s Ambassadors are pivotal to our mission: empowering people living with neuromuscular disease to live longer, more independent lives. We strive to fulfill our mission through care, research, and advocacy.…
Tags: Ira, Leah, National Ambassadors
Remote Digital Technology Research Study for ALS Seeking Participants
The MDA MOVR program has paired with Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma America, Inc. (MTPA) to collaborate on a remote observational research study focusing on Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). The newly developed…
Tags: MOVR, Research Study Alert
Clinical Trial Alert: Medical Device Feasibility Study for People with ALS
Researchers at PathMaker Neurosystems Inc. are seeking individuals living with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) to participate in a feasibility study to evaluate the safety and tolerability of an investigational neuromodulation…
Tags: Clinical Trial Alert
Celebrating Our 2023 Advocacy Accomplishments
From major legislative and regulatory progress on crucial issues, to our in-person Hill Day in Washington, D.C., 2023 has truly been a landmark year for MDA advocates. Because of your…
Mark Your Calendar: Upcoming MDA Events
MDA Events bring community members, advocates, volunteers, sponsors, and MDA staff together as they gather for a cause and celebrate community. In-person events offer attendees and volunteers a powerful opportunity…
Tags: Community, Fundraising
Key Diagnostic Tests for Neuromuscular Diseases
A guide to diagnostic tests most commonly used when there are symptoms of a neuromuscular disease.
Tags: Featured Content, Genetic Testing
What’s the Difference Between a Clinical and Genetic Diagnosis?
Learn when a clinical or genetic diagnosis is better for diagnosing muscular dystrophy and other neuromuscular diseases.
Tags: Featured Content, Genetic Testing
Airplane Travel Tips from a One Million Mile Traveler
Don Talley is a wheelchair user who has flown over one million miles. In March of 2023, I boarded a United flight from San Diego, California to Denver, Colorado. It…
Tags: Accessible Air Travel, Travel
2023 in Review: A Letter from MDA President and CEO, Dr. Wood
Hello MDA Families and Friends, As we reflect on the closing of 2023, our hearts are filled with immense pride, gratitude, and a deep sense of connection with each of…