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MDA’s mission is to empower the people we serve to live longer, more independent lives. One way that we do this is through support-centered check-in calls and touchpoints. In line…

Public transportation can mean independence for people with disabilities if you know how to use it — and how to advocate for accessibility.

Congenital muscular dystrophy (CMD) expert Dean Burkin, PhD, answers questions about diagnosis, treatments, and the latest research.

These tips from community members and a mental health expert can help you navigate dating and sex with a neuromuscular disease.

The MDA Art Collection showcases the talents of artists, young and old, living with muscular dystrophy and other neuromuscular diseases.

Kathy LeMieux lives with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) and shares her journey finding love with a disability.

Neuromuscular diseases are a diverse group of rare, mostly genetic conditions. This has made developing treatments challenging. However, investments in rare disease research by private and public agencies, including MDA,…

What is a healthy diet? That’s not a simple question to answer because it depends on a lot of factors, including if you’re living with a neuromuscular disease. For example,…

If you’ve tried to order a new power wheelchair or other mobility device, you may have experienced delays, product shortages, or other frustrations. “We’re still experiencing the very same issues…

Disability is diversity MDA believes that true diversity cannot be achieved without the presence of those who live with disabilities. So, we are making progress in furthering diversity, equity, and…