Resources

wooden blocks spell out the word content with word bubbles above that say news and stories and photos and blog
Blog Post

In Case You Missed It…

By MDA Staff | February 8, 2025
Creatine kinase (CK), also known as creatine phosphokinase (CPK) or phosphocreatine kinase, is an enzyme expressed by various tissues and cell types. CK catalyses the conversion of creatine and uses adenosine triphosphate (ATP) to create phosphocreatine (PCr) and adenosine diphosphate (ADP). This CK enzyme reaction is reversible and thus ATP can be generated from PCr and ADP.
Blog Post

Simply Stated: RNA-Based Therapies in Development for Myotonic Dystrophy

By Sujatha Gurunathan | January 30, 2025
The United States Capitol building at sunset with reflection in water.
Blog Post

Championing for Change: MDA’s 2025 Advocacy Agenda

By Mark Fisher | January 28, 2025
Blog Post

MDA Ambassador Guest Blog: Music is the Best Medicine

By Richard Fry | January 22, 2025
Megan and her family in 1998.
Blog Post

MDA Ambassador Guest Blog: Unexpectedly Finding Nakama

By Megan Jennings | January 20, 2025
wooden blocks spell out the word content with word bubbles above that say news and stories and photos and blog
Blog Post

In Case You Missed It…

By MDA Staff | January 8, 2025
Medical Research Scientist Working on Desktop Computer with Gene Analysis Software in Modern Science Research Laboratory. Lab Engineers in White Coats Conduct Experiments in the Background.
Blog Post

Simply Stated: Emerging Therapies to Treat DMD

By Sujatha Gurunathan | December 20, 2024
Medical equipment on the background of group of health workers in the ICU.
Blog Post

Managing Medical Trauma

By Barbara and Jim Twardowski, RN | December 13, 2024
Cozy winter photo, stack of sweaters, open book, tea and candle.
Blog Post

Get Cozy with Accessibility and Independence This Winter

By Rebecca Hume | December 6, 2024
Blood sample with requisition form for creatine kinase (CK) test
Blog Post

Understanding Creatine Kinase Levels and Testing

By Chris Anselmo | November 22, 2024