All of us at MDUK are so very saddened to hear the devastating news this morning about Shiv. Our thoughts are with the Thakrar family who are such a positive force in the Duchenne and wider muscle-wasting community.
We’ve woken to the devastating news that Shiv, age 12 has passed away. His family are a massive part of the Duchenne community, nearly as massive as their love for one another and Shiv’s smile. Take the time for that extra hug today in memory of this beautiful boy #RIP@svt_mands
Legendary football manager Brian Clough, born on this day in 1935.
"They say Rome wasn't built in a day, but I wasn't on that particular job."
📸 John Varley
Charlie Hodgson, retired England rugby union player, is taking on the London Marathon in support of MDUK. He tells us about why he decided to swap his rugby boots for his running shoes in support of people living with muscle-wasting conditions. bit.ly/3mRwhxl
#MISSING | Have you seen Renee?
The 14-year-old was last seen at Snow Hill train station in #Birmingham.
She is 5ft 4ins tall and was wearing a black coat, grey jumper, joggers, white Nike trainers and carrying a black bag.
Happy Mother's Day! Today we want to recognise all mothers and the support they offer their children every day. Here are the words of one mother who knows first-hand the challenges of raising a child with a muscle-wasting condition. If you need support: bit.ly/3ZW3aaW
We are analysing the detail of today’s Spring Budget. Here are our initial thoughts on four areas that may be of interest to people living with muscle-wasting and weakening conditions: bit.ly/3ThWP72