Muscular Dystrophy Association Launches “MDA National Muscular Dystrophy Awareness Month” as Part of Multi-Faceted Campaign Celebrating Extensive Strides in Science and Care

The Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) is launching “MDA National Muscular Dystrophy Awareness Month,” as part of an extensive campaign to raise awareness around the organization’s advancements in neuromuscular disease research, treatment and care.  MDA has funded more than $1 billion in research, with 224 grants funded last year alone, bringing new treatments and cures closer than ever.  Six neuromuscular disease treatments based on MDA-funded research have been approved by the FDA thus far. Our Gene Catalyst Initiative focuses on understanding the genetic and molecular origins of neuromuscular disease to advance genetic…

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