Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is a severe type of muscular dystrophy that primarily affects boys.
One of the most common and severe forms of Muscular Dystrophy it usually effects boys in their early childhood. The condition starts with muscle weakness in the thighs and pelvis which then spreads to the arms. People with the condition will usually only live into their 20s or 30s
Duchenne UK is a lean, ambitious and highly focused charity with a clear vision: to fund and accelerate treatments and a cure for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD).
Formed in 2001, Action Duchenne were the first national charity dedicated to supporting those living with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Their work to date has seen over £10m invested in ground-breaking research, educational programmes and campaigns.
