Muscular Dystrophy UK

Muscular Dystrophy UK

About us

Every year, our incredible #TeamOrange take on the London Marathon in support of the 110,000 children and adults in the UK living with a muscle-wasting condition. They tell us that it's more than just a marathon... it's an experience of a lifetime.

We cannot wait to cheer on #TeamOrange as they take on the iconic 26.2 miles on Sunday 23 April 2023. It's going to be special!

Over 110,000 young children and adults live with a muscle-wasting condition in the UK today. There's no cure and in many cases, it limits lives. Muscular Dystrophy UK funds pioneering research into treatments and cures to improve lives today and transform those of future generations. We offer information, advice and support to help people live well with a muscle-wasting or associated condition. And were driving change to see better care so that people can stay active, independent and connected.

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