30 Days of Muscular Dystrophy

Photo courtesy of Cynthia Mayeshiro Day 29 of 30 This is Cynthia Mayeshiro’s story: As a young woman, my passion was mountaineering. I felt at home in the backcountry. My outdoor skills became…

Photo courtesy of Meredith Huml Day 28 of 30 This is Meredith Huml’s story: Independence has been a goal of mine for many years. I haven’t always chased after it in the healthiest…

Photo courtesy of Scott Bisi Day 27 of 30 This is Scott Bisi’s (@cougarhousegarage) story: My name is Scott Bisi, and I have always had big dreams. Living with muscular dystrophy (MD)…

Photo courtesy of Mindy Henderson Day 26 of 30 This is Mindy Henderson’s (@mindyhendersonspeaks) story: When my daughter was 12, I went with her to a parent’s night at a community event.

Photo courtesy of Hannah Lowe Day 25 of 30 This is Elizabeth Lowe’s story: My grandson Austin was diagnosed with LMNA-related congenital muscular dystrophy (L-CMD) just before the pandemic lockdown in early…

Photo courtesy of Faye Flatt Day 24 of 30 This is Faye Flatt’s story: I was diagnosed with Facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD) at age 21 when my cousin was referred to a…

Photo courtesy of Anjélica Ramírez Day 23 of 30 This is Anjélica Ramírez’s story: My name is Angélica Ramírez. I just turned 23 years old. I am a writer and a student in…

Photo courtesy of Briana Mills Day 22 of 30 This is Briana Mills’ (@brianamills) story: I always knew I was different. As one of the only physically disabled children in regular public…

Photo courtesy of Betty Vertin Day 21 of 30 This is Betty Vertin’s (@bettyvertin) story: My name is Betty Vertin. I live in Nebraska with my husband and children. My family is…