Posts by: Hawken Miller

Hawken Miller

Hawken Miller is a recent graduate from the University of Southern California and an aspiring young journalist. He has previously worked for the Sacramento Bee, KTLA 5 News and at USC Annenberg Media.

January 10, 2020January 10, 2020

Mount Everest Base Camp Trek Raises $60K for Duchenne Research

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Tonya Dreher wanted to do something dramatic on behalf of Hope for Gus, the New Hampshire-based foundation inspired by her son, Gus, 14, who has Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). In ... Read more

January 6, 2020January 2, 2020

Why Daily Stretching Is Important for Those with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

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Stretching has been part of my daily life since I was diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) about 17 years ago. Every night, my parents would reserve 30 minutes ... Read more

December 16, 2019December 12, 2019

Finding a Job That’s a Good Fit for You and Your Health

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I realize that having a full-time job as well as Duchenne muscular dystrophy can be challenging. Balancing my time between self-care, including stretching and doctor’s appointments, and work can ... Read more

December 2, 2019November 26, 2019

How to Overcome Being Self-conscious About Using a Power Chair

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Power chair use can feel like a burden. Most people I hang around don’t use a wheelchair so it makes me feel out of place. I also have to ... Read more

November 18, 2019November 14, 2019

Expressing an Attitude of Thankfulness This Holiday

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When I pray, I like to start by thanking God for all of the blessings he has bestowed on me. It reminds me of how much I have to ... Read more

November 4, 2019October 31, 2019

Goals Can Simplify Our Complicated Lives

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It can sometimes feel like everything is against us when doctor appointments and physical barriers bombard us. If we focus on the day-to-day challenges, we forget what we’re doing ... Read more

October 7, 2019October 3, 2019

The Right Job Can Help You Find Fulfillment and Purpose

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I’ve just wrapped up my internship with The Washington Post. My experience has made me think about the added benefits that a job brings. When you have Duchenne muscular ... Read more

September 23, 2019November 13, 2019

Redefining the Word ‘Independence’

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Since early childhood, we have all strived to become independent. We want to be able to do things on our own. However, to achieve independence with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, ... Read more

September 9, 2019September 5, 2019

Regular Checkups Can Help You Stay Well for as Long as Possible

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Life can get hectic sometimes, especially when you are dealing with a rare disease such as Duchenne muscular dystrophy. However, you shouldn’t let your busy schedule prevent you from ... Read more

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