Walk for Muscular Dystrophy announce dates and times across Canada
Muscular Dystrophy Canada (MDC) have announced the dates and times of their annual Walk for Muscular Dystrophy in more than 40 locations across Canada. Funds raised from these community events are used to support Canadians with neuromuscular diseases and their families. Last year millions of dollars was invested in equipment for patients, research, advocacy, education, and retreats for patients and caregivers.
#Walk4MD #WeWalkAsOne
More information about the events can be found on the Facebook and Twitter feeds of MDC.
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