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Kevin Hart Steps in Where Jerry Lewis Left Off, Raising $10.5 Million During Muscular Dystrophy Telethon - WATCH

Kevin Hart hosted a live streaming Muscular Dystrophy telethon yesterday and raised $10.5 million for the MDA charity.

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Scientists Speed Up Muscle Repair, Which Could Fight Muscular Dystrophy

Beyond its application for injured athletes or seniors in nursing home, this treatment could work wonders for those struggling with muscular dystrophy.

By Jeanne Goddard

08 October 38 Views

Dad Builds Halloween Costumes Around Wheelchairs as a Nonprofit

Kids in wheelchairs can rejoice when they go trick-or-treating this year because this organization is building the coolest costumes for disabled children.

By Tiffani Spengler

15 September 34 Views

Nurse arranges backstage visit for someone special

Jean Dennis is a nurse near Ithaca, New York, who helps care for Brent Larsen during his trials with Muscular Dystrophy and life on a ventilator.

By Jeanne Goddard

01 April 43 Views

Disabled or Disheartened? Man With Muscular Dystrophy Has Your Cure

Anthony DeVergillo is living with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, a disease that is causing his muscles to slowly deteriorate. But he has not allowed that to slow him down. This rosy-eyed optimist started a blog to celebrate his 'abilities' -- moving beyond what others describe as 'disability'. My mission is to show people that life is a beautiful thing and should not be wasted.

By Jeanne Goddard

24 July 36 Views

Chinese Student Carries His Disabled Friend To Class For Three Years

For the past three years, Xie Xu, 18, has carried his disabled best friend to school and classes every day.

By Ron Long

27 April 41 Views

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