Duchenne: Shalom's Lifelong Partner-in-Crime — Shalom Lim Ern Rong

Last Sunday, my girlfriend, Amanda, and I co-led an art workshop that brought us both joy. The accessible art journaling session, “Why your story matters: Where art meets wellness,” was held at the Bishan…

Living with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) has taught me countless lessons, especially the power of connection, creativity, and celebrating every form of love. Last Saturday, I attended the 11th annual concert of…

Last Thursday, I participated in a workshop that used experiential theater to examine healthcare conversations. With a sense of anticipation and hope, I stepped into the unknown, eager to gain insights that could enrich…

As a Duchenne muscular dystrophy survivor, I’ve spent much of my life on the outside looking in, especially when it comes to public events like concerts and sporting events. My condition affects not…

On April 25, the Muscular Dystrophy Association (Singapore), or MDAS, celebrated its 25th anniversary with a spectacular gala at Marina Bay Sands, an iconic hotel and convention center here in Singapore. The evening was…

Two days ago I marked the second anniversary of my relationship with my girlfriend, Amanda. As I celebrated this milestone, I found myself reflecting deeply on how much our lives have changed since…

I recently had the opportunity to attend a Singaporean theater production titled “Supervision,” thanks to the SingHealth Patient Advocacy Network (SPAN). SPAN is a collective of patients and caregivers who provide feedback to improve…

Tomorrow evening, my longtime caregiver, Glenda, will leave her job after 18 years and 10 months of faithfully serving our family here in Singapore. She’ll be returning to the Philippines to be reunited with…

Two weeks ago, I stood on stage at the Fullerton Hotel Singapore to receive a Study U.K. Alumni Award for “exceptional efforts in driving inclusion and positive change in society.” The British high commissioner…

Despite the significant health challenges I face as a person living with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, I’ve come to realize that creativity can thrive in the most unexpected places. One such place is social…

The Lunar New Year has always been a time of reflection and renewal for me. This year, though, it was bittersweet because my longtime caregiver plans to return to her home country in a…