Call of interest: Global DMD Adult Group November 29, 2024 The Global DMD Adult Group, initiated by adults with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD), aims to connect and empower people living…
Care Guidelines for Becker muscular dystrophy now available November 29, 2024 On September 14, the Becker Care Guidelines for the Clinical Management of Becker Muscular Dystrophy (BMD) were officially presented at…
Road to independence: Documentary about young people with NMD November 11, 2024 The documentary 'Road to Independence' portrays the lives of six young people living with neuromuscular diseases. Enrico is preparing to…
Webinar Recording: Understanding the role of dystrophin in the brain in DMD/BMD November 6, 2024 The recent BIND Webinar brought together patients, caregivers, and researchers with a shared interest in advancing our understanding of brain…
Applications now open for Duchenne Patient Academy 2024 October 30, 2024 World Duchenne Organization (WDO) and Duchenne Data Foundation (DDF) are thrilled to announce that applications for the Duchenne Patient Academy…
Monthly #apaperaday wrap-up: September 2024 October 1, 2024 Prof. Annemieke Aartsma-Rus is taking on a challenge by reading and commenting on a paper a day. See below the overview of September 2024.
BIND Webinar: Understanding the role of dystrophin in the brain September 18, 2024 We are inviting you to join the BIND Patient Community Webinar, taking place on Monday, September 23 at 18:00 CEST.…
European Partnership Opens a New Era in Rare Disease Research September 16, 2024 The European Rare Diseases Research Alliance (ERDERA) kicks off this September, with an estimated budget of 380 million euros and…
Today is World Duchenne Awareness Day 2024 September 7, 2024 Rome, 7 September 2024 – Today is World Duchenne Awareness Day 2024! With this year’s theme ‘Raise your voice for…
Today is World Duchenne Awareness Day 2024 September 7, 2024 At World Duchenne Awareness Day 2024, Raise your voice for Duchenne! Use your voice to raise awareness for people with dystrophinopathies.
A message from Pope Francis for World Duchenne Awareness Day September 7, 2024 This year, the Pope is once again giving his blessing for World Duchenne Awareness Day. Read his blessings here.
A message from Pope Francis for World Duchenne Awareness Day September 7, 2024 The World Duchenne Organization is grateful to receive a message from Pope Francis. This year, he is once again giving…
Trailer for WDAD 2024 documentary out now September 2, 2024 The trailer for the World Duchenne Awareness Day 2024 documentary is now live. The documentary, titled 'Raise your voice for…
Trailer for WDAD 2024 documentary out now September 1, 2024 The trailer for the World Duchenne Awareness Day 2024 documentary is now live. Stay tuned for the official launch on September 7!
Monthly #apaperaday wrap-up: August 2024 September 1, 2024 Prof. Annemieke Aartsma-Rus is taking on a challenge by reading and commenting on a paper a day. See below the overview of August 2024.
A message from Elizabeth Vroom: Raise your voice for Duchenne August 7, 2024 Elizabeth is calling on all to join World Duchenne Awareness Day and raise your voice for Duchenne muscular dystrophy.
A message from Elizabeth Vroom: Raise your voice for Duchenne August 7, 2024 On September 7th, we will celebrate the 11th World Duchenne Awareness Day (WDAD), a special day recognized globally. Since we…
Monthly #apaperaday wrap-up: July 2024 July 31, 2024 Prof. Annemieke Aartsma-Rus is taking on a challenge by reading and commenting on a paper a day. See below the overview of July 2024.
Givinostat – How does it work and what do we know so far for Duchenne? July 15, 2024 By Prof Annemieke Aartsma-Rus. This version was generated on July 8, 2024. Givinostat has been approved for the treatment of…
Monthly #apaperaday wrap-up: June 2024 July 5, 2024 Prof. Annemieke Aartsma-Rus is taking on a challenge by reading and commenting on a paper a day. See below the overview of June 2024.
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital in Oswestry Accredited by the ADC Program June 28, 2024 The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital in Oswestry, Shropshire, UK, has been accredited as the third center under…
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital in Oswestry Accredited by ADC Program June 28, 2024 The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital in Oswestry is the first UK center to receive the accreditation for pediatric and adult care.
Welcome aboard, DGM Germany June 21, 2024 DGM Germany joins the World Duchenne Organization as member. We wish a warm welcome to the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Muskelkranke e.V.
World Duchenne Awareness Day 2024 granted patronage by European Parliament June 18, 2024 The European Parliament has officially granted its patronage to World Duchenne Awareness Day 2024, which will take place on 7 September 2024.
World Duchenne Awareness Day 2024 granted patronage by European Parliament June 18, 2024 Amsterdam, 18 June 2024 — The European Parliament has officially granted its patronage to World Duchenne Awareness Day 2024, which…
Monthly #apaperaday wrap-up: May 2024 June 11, 2024 Prof. Annemieke Aartsma-Rus is taking on a challenge by reading and commenting on a paper a day. See below the overview of May 2024.
Duchenne Care Conference 2024 successfully concluded, recordings available June 7, 2024 The recordings of Duchenne Care Conference 2024 are now available. It provides a platform for sharing the latest updates on Duchenne MD care.
World Duchenne Awareness Day 2024 Theme Announced June 3, 2024 The World Duchenne Awareness Day 2024 theme is ‘Raise your voice for Duchenne’. World Duchenne Awareness Day (WDAD) is an…
2024: Raise Your Voice for Duchenne June 3, 2024 The World Duchenne Awareness Day 2023 theme is 'Duchenne: Breaking Barriers' promoting social inclusion for people with dystrophinopathies.
White Paper Released: Newborn Screening for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy – The Time is Now May 31, 2024 The World Duchenne Organization (WDO) is pleased to announce the release of a comprehensive White Paper titled ‘Newborn Screening for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy: The Time is Now’ was published today.