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Researchers find potential key to treatment for myopathies in the pocket of an old muscle protein
Muscles contract so that we can move our bodies, breathe, swallow etc. Several muscle conditions…
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New research sheds light on the cause of myotonic dystrophy type 1
A better understanding the root cause behind this condition will in time lead to more targeted and…
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New research may help predict the severity and progression of Duchenne muscular dystrophy
Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is caused by genetic changes that prevent the body from producing…
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What do the latest government budget plans mean? – the Autumn statement explained
The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rt Hon Jeremy Hunt MP, made an Autumn statement in the House of…
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'My stepdaughter is my motivation and inspiration'
Ann’s stepdaughter, Sarah, was told she lived with probable limb girdle muscular dystrophy at the…
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Targeting the cell’s energy system as a possible treatment for FSHD
Facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD) is the third most common inherited muscular dystrophy…
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“The smile on his face at the summit said it all” - Father climbs Snowdon with son on his back to raise money for muscle-wasting charity
Accompanied by a group of friends and family, Tim used a specialty child carrier backpack to help…
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Fun, fireworks and a gruelling marathon to remember ‘incredibly inspiring’ younger brother
Mike Bladen-Blake is to take on the London Marathon in memory of his ‘incredibly inspiring’ younger…
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Runners of all backgrounds to turn Cambridge’s streets orange for the annual Town and Gown 10k
Our annual event attracts runners of all levels and abilities, as they make their way round the…
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5 things you should know about mitochondria and mitochondrial diseases
1. Mitochondria are an essential part of the cell and produce over 90% of energy in our bodies'…
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