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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…

Tags: Clinical Trial Alert, Clinical Trials, Drug Development, Research


Featured Article | Health, Science + Research

Are Vaccines Safe

Vaccines recommended by the CDC, including new COVID-19 vaccines, are safe for those with neuromuscular disease. Here’s what you need to know.

Tags: COVID-19, Healthcare, Web Exclusive


Blog Post | News, Science + Research

Clinical Trial Alert: Phase 3 Study of Zilucoplan in Individuals With Generalized Myasthenia Gravis

Researchers at Ra Pharmaceuticals (now part of UCB BioSciences) are seeking individuals living with generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG) to participate in a phase 3 study to confirm safety, tolerability, and efficacy…

Tags: Clinical Trial Alert, Clinical Trials, Drug Development, Research


Blog Post | News, Science + Research

FDA Approves Sarepta Therapeutics’ Amondys 45 for Treatment of DMD Amenable to Skipping Exon 45

On Feb. 25, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted accelerated approval to casimersen (Amondys 45) for the treatment of Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) in patients amenable to skipping exon…

Tags: Clinical Trials, Drug Approval, Exon Skipping, Healthcare, Innovation


Blog Post | News, Science + Research

Clinical Trial Alert: Phase 3 Study of Rozanolixizumab in Individuals With Generalized Myasthenia Gravis

Researchers at UCB BioSciences are seeking individuals living with generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG) to participate in a phase 3 study. The objective of the study is to confirm the clinical efficacy…

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Featured Article | Advocacy, Independence, Lifestyle

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


Featured Article | Science + Research

New Research Channels for Myotonia Congenita

A Q&A with Mark Rich, MD, PhD

Tags: Grants, Healthcare, Research, Research Advances, Resources, Spotlight


Featured Article | Personal Stories

Disability or Superpower

Mindy Henderson Our biggest challenges can be our greatest advantages

Tags: College, Education, Employment, From Where I Sit


Featured Article | Advocacy, Independence, Lifestyle, Personal Stories

Creativity and Adaptability

Members of the neuromuscular disease community draw on innovating skills to cope with the financial impacts of the pandemic

Tags: COVID-19, Education, Employment, Healthcare, Insurance, Relationships, Resources, Web Exclusive


Featured Article | Independence, Lifestyle

Affordable Accessibility at Home or On the Go

Wondering how you can manage home or vehicle modifications? Start with these steps

Tags: Featured Content, Finance, Resources, Travel