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Blog Post | Science + Research

2023 MDA Clinical and Scientific Conference Starts Strong

The first day of the 2023 MDA Clinical & Scientific Conference covered FDA approval, gene therapy, ultra-rare diseases, and more.

Tags: Clinical Trials, Drug Development, Featured Content, Gene Therapy, Innovation, MDA Clinical and Scientific Conference, Research


Blog Post | Health, Science + Research

Quest Podcast: The Changing Landscape of Neuromuscular Care

As new treatments, cutting edge research, and a better understanding of genetic sequencing and mutations bring innovative change to the treatment landscape for neuromuscular disease, understanding your options and accessing…

Tags: Drug Development, Gene Therapy, Genetic Testing, Healthcare, Innovation, MDA Care Centers, My Gene Therapy Journey, Quest Podcast, Research, Research Advances


Featured Article | Advocacy, Independence

The Good and Bad of Using Public Transit With a Disability

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

Tags: Resources, Thrive 365


Featured Article | Lifestyle, Personal Stories

Muscular Dystrophy and Dating

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

Tags: Featured Content, Relationships, Young Adults


Featured Article | Science + Research

MOVR Data Hub Aims to Improve Research and Care

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,…

Tags: Clinical Trials, Drug Development, Featured Content, Innovation, MDA Care Centers, MOVR


Blog Post | Independence, Lifestyle, Personal Stories

Quest Podcast: New Year, New Mindset with Jose Flores

We are excited to start a new year talking about new mindsets, especially when it comes to adversity. On our first episode of 2023, Mindy talks mindset with Jose Flores,…

Tags: Quest Podcast


Blog Post | Health, Lifestyle

Nutrition on a Budget

Expert tips for healthy eating on a budget in a time of rising food costs and deepening food shortages.

Tags: Featured Content, Nutrition


Blog Post | Advocacy, Finding a Diagnosis, Inclusion

Access to Neuromuscular Disease Care for Black People and People of Color

A look at equity in treatment and access to care for Blacks and other people of color in the neuromuscular disease community.

Tags: Community, Featured Content, Healthcare, MDA Clinical and Scientific Conference, Research


Blog Post | Finding a Diagnosis, Health, Research

Simply Stated: Updates in Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy (OPMD)

Oculopharyngeal muscular dystrophy (OPMD) is a rare, slowly progressive muscle disease that is characterized by weakness of the eyelids (ocular) and throat (pharyngeal) muscles. In some cases, OPMD also causes…

Tags: Clinical Trial, Gene Therapy, Grants, Research, Research Advances, Simply Stated


Blog Post | Advocacy

MDA’s 2023 Advocacy Plan

It’s a new year with a new Congress. But what hasn’t changed is MDA’s commitment to improving the lives of people living with neuromuscular diseases. We accomplished a lot last…

Tags: Accessible Air Travel, Advocacy Updates, Drug Development, Newborn Screening