Muscular dystrophy – also known as: MD · Source: Focus Medica
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Raul Pizarro
From: Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia One of Raul Pizarro’s art work in 2017 Raul Pizarro Born November 11, 1975 (age 50)Mexicali, Mexico Occupation Visual artist Notable work Greatest Acceptance (2018), Daedalus (2009) Website […]
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Muscular System Facts
Within the realm of human anatomy, the muscular system stands as a testament to the remarkable adaptability and resilience of the human body. While they depend largely on training and protein to […]
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Mattie Stepanek
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Mattie J.T. Stepanek Stepanek in June 2004 Born Matthew Joseph Thaddeus StepanekJuly 17, 1990Washington, D.C.[1] Died June 22, 2004 (aged 13)Washington, D.C. Mother Jeni Stepanek (Mama Peace) […]
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Mobility Devices
Muscular dystrophy is a group of genetic conditions characterized by progressive muscle wasting and loss of muscle function. Different muscle types may be affected by different types of muscular dystrophy. How muscular […]
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How to combat social isolation while growing older with muscular dystrophy
Finding ways to stay connected and engaged is essential Written by Patrick Moeschen – April 6, 2026 As I grow older with limb-girdle muscular dystrophy, one of my biggest challenges isn’t medical; […]
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My emotions blurred as I watched my play from ‘The Other Side’
I want to continue writing stories about rare disease survivors Written by Shalom Lim In my previous column, I shared my experience of stepping away from performing in my own play, “The […]
Read More My willingness to educate others about MD benefits all of us
Written by Patrick Moeschen After my muscular dystrophy diagnosis in August 1985, I thought I could hide my symptoms from my friends at school. When I started seventh grade a few weeks later, […]
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Life is so much easier with a sense of humor
It’s my way of staying balanced when life tries to tip the scales Written by Patrick Moeschen I’m feeling funny today — humorous, in fact. Brimming with sarcasm and a splash […]
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Oculopharyngeal Muscular Dystrophy (OPMD)
What is oculopharyngeal muscular dystrophy (OPMD)? OPMD is a rare, slowly progressive myopathy that is characterized by weakness of the eyelids (ocular) and throat (pharyngeal) muscles. Additionally, OPMD can be […]
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Qatar teen with muscular dystrophy breaks down stereotypes, one at a time
by Victoria Scott Nawaal Akram aspires to be the role model she looked for – but didn’t find – as she was growing up in Qatar. The 17-year-old Pakistani expat was diagnosed […]
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