Our Vision
A world free from the suffering caused by FSHD.
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The FSHD Society is leading the global charge to find treatments and a cure for facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD) while empowering individuals and families affected by the disease.
As the world’s largest research-focused FSHD patient organization, we connect patients, scientists, and advocates to accelerate progress and ensure that no one faces this disease alone.
A world free from the suffering caused by FSHD.
Find treatments and a cure for FSHD while empowering our families.
Research | Community | Urgency
For more than 30 years, the FSHD Society has transformed the landscape for FSHD research and advocacy. What started as a grassroots effort has grown into a global movement, shaping scientific breakthroughs and bringing hope to families worldwide.
We focus on three key areas to drive change:
Through treatment investments, patient advocacy, and community-driven initiatives, the FSHD Society has helped push FSHD from an underfunded, overlooked disease to an area of active drug development. Our work has contributed to:
Every breakthrough starts with people like you. Whether you want to advocate, learn, connect, or fundraise, there’s a way to get involved. Together, we are powering the path forward.
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