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When “No Options” Starts to Change: A New Chapter for Seronegative Myasthenia Gravis
For many people living with generalized myasthenia gravis (gMG), the journey is not just defined by symptoms—it’s shaped by uncertainty. Uncertainty in diagnosis. Uncertainty in treatment. And for a significant…
Tags: Drug Approval, Drug Development
In Case You Missed It…
Quest Media is an innovative, adaptive lifestyle platform from MDA. With the power of this platform, we foster awareness and empowerment and have important conversations with experts, thought leaders, and…
Tags: Ambassadors, Community, Healthcare, Parenting, Research
The Joy (and Lessons) of Motherhood from MDA Ambassadors
Motherhood is an incredible journey, layered with joy, growth, challenges, victories, and an abundance of love. For moms living with neuromuscular disease, the role of motherhood can sometimes entail additional…
Tags: Ambassadors, Community, Parenting, Relationships
MDA Ambassador Guest Blog: ALS is Not the End of My Story
Monica Torres is a 42-year-old mom of 6. Monica was born and raised in Puerto Rico and recently moved to the city of New York. She has a service dog…
Tags: Ambassador Guest Blog, Ambassadors, Caregiving, Community, Healthcare, Mental Health, Relationships
Clinical Research Alert: Phase 3 Study of Pridopidine in Individuals with ALS
Researchers at participating clinical research sites are seeking individuals with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) for a phase 3 study (PREVAiLS). This study will evaluate the safety and efficacy of the…
Comedian Fiona Cauley Shares Humor While Raising Disability Awareness
Q&A with Fiona Cauley about her comedy, accessibility challenges, and advocacy living with Friedreich ataxia (FA).
The Why Behind MDA’s Campaign to Support Family Caregivers
Carlee Weber and Nicole Lucas This month, the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) is launching an important advocacy campaign urging Congress to advance policies that improve the lives of family caregivers…
Tags: Caregiving, Community, Relationships
Simply Stated: Introduction to CIAO1-Related Neuromuscular Disorder
CIAO1-related neuromuscular disorder is an inherited condition that was first reported on in late 2023. It is caused by variants in the CIAO1 gene and primarily affects muscle function, though…
Tags: Simply Stated
Expert Advice for Preparing for Medical Emergencies with NMD
Julianne Meiser, MSS, LCSW, an Outpatient Social Worker in the Division of Neurology at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. By nature, medical emergencies are unexpected, stressful, and often traumatic experiences.…
Tags: Caregiving, Community, Healthcare, Parenting, Resources
Clinical Research Alert: Phase 3 Study of Omaveloxolone in Children and Teenagers with Friedreich Ataxia (FA)
Researchers at Biogen are seeking pediatric FA patients to participate in a phase 3 clinical trial to better understand Friedreich ataxia (FA) and to evaluate omaveloxolone, an investigational therapy for…