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The latest news from PTC
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A Pioneering Advocate
Kelly Heger became a nurse after her daughter, Jillian, was diagnosed with AADC deficiency. -
Jenna’s Huntington’s Disease Story
In this issue of Patient Voices, Jenna shares her journey with HD. -
Take on Duchenne Podcast: A Mother and Carrier of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Shares Her Journey
Elizabeth’s journey with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) began when her son was diagnosed at the age of five. In this episode, Elizabeth reflects on the diagnosis of her son, her daughter’s and her own carrier diagnosis, family life, her coping mechanisms and management of the disease. Although her and her family’s lives have been impacted… -
Meet Shalom: Writer, Advocate and Artist with Duchenne
Shalom views Duchenne as a companion and source of inner strength. -
Where Experience Can Make a Difference
From global fellowship program to full-time at PTC: Luke's story. -
International Women’s Day: Interview with Isabella Prada
Sorority and team spirit Today, International Women’s Day, we’re sharing the story of a PTC employee that we are proud to have as part of our team: Isabella Prada, Executive Director, Associate General Counsel & Compliance – LATAM and Data Protection Officer LATAM. Isabella has been with us for four years, leading a department made… -
Duchenne & Sports: A Winning Combination
Alexander & Tim share the positive effects of sports for the Duchenne community. -
Take on Duchenne Podcast: Cardiomyopathy Associated with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
In this episode with Dr. Linda Cripe, we learn more about cardiomyopathy associated with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD). We discuss care consideration and management strategies especially pertinent for manifesting DMD carriers and why screening and monitoring is so important. What more could be done to support carrier moms? Listen to the podcast to learn more.… -
International Women’s Day 2023: Embrace Equity
March 8 is International Women’s Day (IWD), a global celebration of the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women around the world. IWD is also call to action for accelerating women’s equality; Embrace Equity is the 2023 theme. Per IWD: The aim of the IWD 2023 #EmbraceEquity campaign theme is to get the world… -
Meet Claudia: A Mompreneur and Duchenne Advocate
Learn more about Claudia, a mother, caregiver, social media content creator & Duchenne advocate.