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Dystonia is a Movement Disorder

Support Dystonia Research During DMRF Auction May 12-22
What will you bid on? Get ready for the online DMRF Auction for Action to support dystonia research, May 12-22. Bid on travel packages, memorable

Renew Your Membership to Receive Summer Dystonia Dialogue
Renew your DMRF membership by June 15 to receive a free gift–this portable custom jar opener is a handy tool to have around the house

Dystonia Dialogue Spring Edition 2025 Now Available
In this issue: Meet two gold medalist Paralympians with dystonia Get to know the DMRF’s new Chief Science Officer Find out what fuels dystonia research

Dystonia Medical Research Foundation Announces 2025 Grant and Fellowship Recipients to Propel Dystonia Research
The Dystonia Medical Research Foundation (DMRF), a leading non-profit organization dedicated to funding research to find a cure for dystonia, is proud to announce its

Jacob Peterson Running for Dystonia
CONGRATULATE JACOB ON COMPLETING THE BOSTON MARATHON: Jacob Peterson is running for dystonia support, education and research—and you can help! Contribute to Jacob’s online fundraiser

Dystonia Zoo Days Dates Announced
Get ready for these 2025 Dystonia Zoo Days events and be sure to sign up by the T-Shirt registration deadline so everyone can see that

New Brochure on Non-Motor Symptoms of Dystonia Available
The Dystonia Medical Research Foundation has added a new brochure to our library of resources: Non-Motor Symptoms of Dystonia. Dystonia is a life-altering neurological disorder

Living with Cervical Dystonia: Martha’s Story
In honor of International Women’s Day on March 8, this month the Dystonia Medical Research Foundation (DMRF) is recognizing women with cervical dystonia whose perseverance

Living with Cervical Dystonia: Nadia’s Story
In honor of International Women’s Day on March 8, this month the Dystonia Medical Research Foundation (DMRF) is recognizing women with cervical dystonia whose perseverance

Living with Cervical Dystonia: Diana’s Story
In honor of International Women’s Day on March 8, this month the Dystonia Medical Research Foundation (DMRF) is recognizing women with cervical dystonia whose perseverance

Living with Cervical Dystonia: Pat’s Story
In honor of International Women’s Day on March 8, this month the Dystonia Medical Research Foundation (DMRF) is recognizing women with cervical dystonia whose perseverance

DMRF Urges Trump Administration to Retain Indirect Cost Reimbursements from NIH
Rare Disease Research Will be Significantly Impacted by Change in Reimbursement Levels CHICAGO, IL—The Dystonia Medical Research Foundation (DMRF) joins with other national voluntary health