Muscular Dystrophy

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Boy, 16, praised for caring for brother, 12, with muscle-wasting condition

William Jackson, from County Durham, has been recognised for supporting his family in the care of his younger brother Louis, who has muscular dystrophy.

25 Feb

'It was exhilarating' - Girl with muscular dystrophy walks fashion show runway

Carmela Chillery-Watson, now aged nine, has been appearing at the fashion show since the age of five.

20 Nov 2023

Nine-year-old girl with muscular dystrophy to strut her stuff at fashion show

Carmela, from Devizes, said modelling on the catwalk is one of her dreams.

17 Nov 2023

Nine year-old's joy as accessible swing means he can play in local park

Funeral of man who raised awareness of muscle wasting disease takes place

Woman with rare illness calls for improved care for muscle wasting conditions

Northumberland student laces up her trainers for 12 month charity challenge

Norwich mum reveals the impact of the pandemic on her son's Muscular Dystrophy

'Wonder Girl' who raised £50k for charity star of new book

Six-year-old inspired by Wonder Woman wins Prime Minister's award

Hollywood's Gal Gadot calls six-year-old 'the true Wonder Woman'

Six-year-old Carmela's 'Wonder Woman' work out

The photographer documenting life with a muscle wasting disease

Wiltshire man living in shed to shield daughter is up for Dad of the Year award

Key worker dad lives in shed to protect daughter with life-limiting condition