Bryson Foster ’23 (with Duchenne) Shows the Power of Positivity and a Mighty Pen
Award-winning Communications major follows his passion for sports journalism. Bryson Foster ’23 became a lifelong sports fan in 2009 when he witnessed outfielder... Read more.
Muscular Dystrophy
What is muscular dystrophy? Muscular dystrophy (MD) refers to a group of genetic diseases that cause progressive weakness and degeneration of skeletal muscles. These... Read more.
Karni Liddell (life with SMA)
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Personal information Nationality Australia Born 1 March 1979 (age 47)Rockhampton, Queensland Medal recordSwimmingParalympic... Read more.
What is the disease SMA
SMA is a genetic neuromuscular disorder that causes progressive muscle weakness due to the loss of motor neurons in the spinal cord. Medically Reviewed.Last updated... Read more.
Jamieson Leeson (an Australian boccia player with SMA)
Jamieson Leeson is an Australian boccia player. She represented Australia at the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics. She won a gold and silver medal at the 2022 World Championships. ... Read more.
Kim Tserkezie (living with SMA)
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Kim Tserkezie (born 30 July 1973) is a British actress, director, producer, and television presenter. She is best known... Read more.
Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA)
Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a genetic condition that causes worsening muscle weakness. There are five subtypes, which range in severity and age of onset. There’s... Read more.
Gut bacteria molecule guards against DMD muscle loss
Researchers say study provides new insight into gut-muscle relationship Written by Steve Bryson, PhD | July 16, 2026 Commendamide, a metabolite produced... Read more.
Myotonic dystrophy (DM)
Myotonic dystrophy (DM) is a genetic, multisystem disorder causing progressive muscle weakness and delayed muscle relaxation, with two main types: DM1 and DM2. Overview... Read more.
What to know about Myotonic Dystrophy
Written by Lauren Martin Myotonic dystrophy is a condition that causes thinned muscles, decreased muscle tone, and muscle weakness. Over time, a person may... Read more.