Guest Column: Raising awareness of Myotonic Dystrophy key to improving quality of life
Hannah Warren
Hannah Warren is a lifelong resident of Shelby County, a graduate of Westminster Academy and a student at the University of Memphis. Since being diagnosed with Myotonic Dystrophy in 2014, she has set out on a mission to raise awareness and funds in hopes of finding a cure and treatment for various forms of muscular dystrophy.
Beginning the conversation is the first step in moving the needle towards care and a cure.
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