Duchenne Stories

These are the inspiring videos and stories of families living with Duchenne. In their own words, find out how they stay motivated to push through their challenges and live life to the fullest.

Meet Emmett—he is living with Duchenne and he is a paid ambassador.

Emmett held on his father's shoulders, both smiling

Meet Emmett and his family

Watch to learn more about how Emmett’s family has navigated his Duchenne diagnosis and treatment.

Duchenne Diagnosis 

At Emmett’s 9-month checkup, his mom, Liz, voiced to his doctors that she noticed Emmett wasn’t reaching key motor milestones—he wasn’t sitting up by himself or crawling. His doctor did additional testing and found that Emmett’s CPK levels were elevated. After additional specialist referrals and genetic testing, Emmett was diagnosed with DMD 2 weeks before his first birthday.  

“I was in complete shock. I never expected anything like that. I try to stay optimistic, with all the medical treatment that’s available and will be available in the near future.”

-Liz, mother of Emmett

More Duchenne Stories

 Watch videos and read stories of families living with Duchenne.

Nathan and his family outside their home Nathan and his family outside their home

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Learn more about Nathan’s family and his life as a teenager with Duchenne.

Meet Nathan
Colin sitting outside on a sunny day Colin sitting outside on a sunny day

Meet Colin and his family

Learn more about how Colin maintains his independence and how he and his parents have traveled all over the world.

Meet Colin