Friedreich’s Ataxia
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Friedreich’s ataxia Other names Spinocerebellar ataxia, FRDA, FA Frataxin Pronunciation /ˈfriːdraɪks əˈtæksiə/.... Read more.
Oculopharyngeal muscular dystrophy (OPMD)
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Oculopharyngeal muscular dystrophy (OPMD) is a rare form of muscular dystrophy with symptoms generally starting when an individual... Read more.
Understanding the Different Types of Muscular Dystrophy
Muscular dystrophy is not just one condition. It is a group of genetic disorders that cause progressive muscle weakness and loss of muscle function. For people living... Read more.
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.