Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA)

The Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to funding research, providing care, and supporting individuals affected by muscular dystrophy and related neuromuscular diseases. These conditions are genetic disorders that cause progressive muscle weakness and loss of muscle mass. MDA offers medical services, patient education, and advocacy to improve quality of life. It also funds scientific research to find treatments and cures. Overall, MDA aims to empower affected individuals and their families through comprehensive support and advancing medical understanding of these challenging diseases.