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Featured Article | Finding a Diagnosis, Health, Personal Stories, Science + Research

Genetic Testing Can Help Current and Aspiring Parents

Genetic testing and family planning can help parents understand risks of inherited diseases, prepare for them, and take action if they choose to.

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Featured Article | Finding a Diagnosis, Health, Lifestyle

Can Genetic Testing Make You Uninsurable?

When considering genetic testing, you should know how protections against genetic discrimination affect health, life, disability, and long-term care insurance.

Tags: Featured Content, Genetic Testing, Insurance, Web Exclusive


Featured Article | Health

What You Need to Know About COVID-19 and Neuromuscular Disease

Updates on COVID-19’s impact on neuromuscular diseases and how to protect yourself against the virus.

Tags: COVID-19, Featured Content, Healthcare, Thrive 365


Featured Article | Finding a Diagnosis, Science + Research

Q&A: Understanding Metabolic Myopathies

Neurologist Mark Terrelonge, MD, answers common questions about research and treatment for metabolic myopathies.

Tags: Drug Approval, Drug Development, Featured Content, Research, Research Advances, Spotlight


Featured Article | Personal Stories

How a Doctor Turns His Disability Into a Strength

Abhiram Srivatsa, DO, shares how Emery-Dreifuss muscular dystrophy impacted his journey to becoming a doctor.

Tags: Quest for Success


Featured Article | Inclusion, Lifestyle

How to Have Your Best Holiday Season Yet

Five challenges facing the neuromuscular disease community during the holiday season and tips to overcome them.

Tags: Featured Content, Finance, Nutrition, Travel


Featured Article | Inclusion, Lifestyle

Inclusive Companies: 3 Trailblazers That Prioritize Accessible Products

Google, QVC, and Slick Chicks are three inclusive companies making and offering accessible and adaptive products.

Tags: A Look Inside, Equipment and Assistive Devices, Featured Content, Technology


Featured Article | Health, Independence

Make a Smooth Transition From Pediatric to Adult Healthcare

What you need to know to make a smooth transition from pediatric to adult healthcare for muscular dystrophy and other neuromuscular diseases.

Tags: Featured Content, Healthcare, MDA Care Centers, Transitions, Young Adults


Blog Post | Advocacy, Get Involved, Health, Inclusion, Independence, Lifestyle, Personal Stories, Science + Research

Wings over Wall Street Celebrates 24 Years and Names Brooke Eby as Honoree

For over 70 years, the Muscular Dystrophy Association has led the way in accelerating research for ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. Over that time, MDA has dedicated over…

Tags: Caregiving, Education, Healthcare, Innovation, Relationships, Research, Research Advances, Resources


Blog Post | Independence, Lifestyle

Holiday Hosting Hacks for Thanksgiving Dinner

The Holiday season, especially Thanksgiving, is synonymous with the gathering of friends and family to share a special meal. Whether hosting dinner or creating a dish to bring to a…

Tags: Community