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Winter 2023
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2022-2023 YEAR IN REVIEW: ANNUAL REPORT HIGHLIGHTS
Accomplishments you made possible last year! At its annual general meeting, the Muscular Dystrophy Canada Board of Directors officially issued its 2022-2023 Annual Report and what’s abundantly clear, is that thanks to your support we accomplished so much and broke down even more barriers for the neuromuscular community. Thank you! We invested $2 million to …READ MOREQUEBEC JOINS THE RANKS OF PROVINCES SCREENING NEWBORNS FOR SMA
QUEBEC JOINS THE RANKS OF PROVINCES SCREENING NEWBORNS FOR SMA We are thrilled to announce that spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) has been added to the newborn screening panel in Quebec, a significant milestone for the province and Muscular Dystrophy Canada (MDC). Screening is being integrated now, with full implementation to take place by the end …READ MORERESEARCH TRAINING IS AVAILABLE FOR YOU!
Did you know you could guide research and maximize its findings? It’s true! When you become a patient research partner you will inform research findings and make a difference for the NMD community! Many incredible NMD community members have generously participated in research initiatives as participants. But now, you can be part of the team …READ MOREMYASTHENIA GRAVIS JOURNEY MAPPING: AN INSIDE LOOK
In 2023, Muscular Dystrophy Canada (MDC) conducted a journey mapping initiative for Canadians with myasthenia gravis (MG), a rare autoimmune neuromuscular condition. While some treatments are available for MG in Canada, there remains many challenges and unmet needs. We recognized these recurring roadblocks and difficulties in the diagnosis process for our MG clients, and wanted …READ MORELET’S FIND YOUR PATHWAY OF POSSIBILITIES
Regardless of the NMD, MDC is here to help! The image below illustrates where along your journey MDC's services will be able to support, guide and inform you and your families.READ MORE