PerkinElmer has developed an improved screening method to test whether newborns may have Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). The test detects the levels of a specific form of a protein called creatine kinase (CK), a disease biomarker, using dried blood spots from a baby’s blood sample. A report on these findings, “Characterization…
A family from Bridgend, Wales, U.K. has vowed to channel their energy into raising awareness of Duchenne muscular dystrophy, after a member of their family was diagnosed with the disease. MORE: Boy with Duchenne muscular dystrophy made an honorary police officer. Kirsty Smith first realized something was amiss with her five-year-old son,…
Andrea Dalzell, Ms. Wheelchair New York 2015, is featured among the disability advocates who will appear at the United Spinal Association’s 6th Annual Roll on Capitol Hill. Advocates will speak directly with legislators on issues affecting independence and quality of life for members of the the…
Respiratory care is an important element of care for muscular dystrophy (MD) patients. As the disease progresses, the muscles required to breathe and cough become weakened, forcing some patients to need assistance. MORE: Best practices involve multi-center cooperation for MD patients. Muscular Dystrophy Canada advises MD patients to educate…
Finding out your child has a neuromuscular disorder is an incredibly difficult time for the whole family. It’s perfectly normal to feel a range of emotions, from anger to guilt, depression to denial, as you come to terms with what the future holds. Many parents will go through a period…
One of a class of compounds that GTx is developing increased the survival of mice with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD), and improved their muscle, heart and lung function, according to a pre-clinical trial study. The therapies are known as selective androgen receptor modulators, or SARMs. The study, “Androgen Receptor Agonists…
The 7th Annual Getzlaf Golf Shootout to benefit CureDuchenne will take place Sept. 9 at Monarch Beach Golf Links in Dana Point, California. Brian Hayward will present the event, which will be hosted by the captain of the Anaheim Ducks hockey team, Ryan Getzlaf, and…
The journal Orphanet Journal of Rare Diseases has published a review highlighting the prevalence of Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) as well as the disease’s costs and treatment patterns in North America and Europe. The analysis, “The burden, epidemiology, costs and treatment for Duchenne muscular dystrophy: an evidence…
CAP-1002, developed by Capricor Therapeutics, safely and effectively treats cardiac anomalies associated with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). So says a clinical study whose preliminary results formed the basis of an April 28 webinar jointly hosted by Capricor and the nonprofit groups Coalition Duchenne and Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy. DMD, which occurs in…
Muscular dystrophy (MD) patients are susceptible to lung infections which can often lead to hospitalization. According to the American Lung Association, there are several things you can do to help prevent lung infections. Practice Good Hygiene Regularly washing hands with soap and water — particularly before eating and…
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