Spinal Muscular Atrophy Awareness

All You Need to Know, Second Life Events

About SMA

SMA is caused by a mutation in the survival motor neuron gene 1 (SMN1). In a healthy person, this gene produces a protein that is critical to the function of the nerves that control our muscles. Without it, those nerve cells cannot properly function and eventually die, leading to debilitating and often fatal muscle weakness.

SMA affects approximately 1 in 11,000 babies, and about 1 in every 50 Americans is a genetic carrier. SMA can affect any race or gender.

There are four primary types of SMA—I, II, III, and IV—based on age of onset and highest physical milestone achieved.

Individuals with SMA have difficulty performing the basic functions of life, like breathing and swallowing. However, SMA does not affect a person’s ability to think, learn, and build relationships with others.

And now, they have the first-ever approved treatment! This treatment is targeting the underlying genetics of SMA. They know what needs to be done to develop and deliver effective therapies. And, they are on the verge of a breakthrough that will eventually lead to a cure. This is wonderful news for families of SMA!

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CURE SMA

EVENTS

SECOND LIFE EVENTS IN AUGUST  

WEN 8.19

5PM FREED SOULS MC BIKE NIGHT

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WEN 8.26

5PM FREED SOULS MC BIKE NIGHT

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SAT 8.29

12PM POKER RUN

4:30PM GEARHEADS RACING

SUN 8.30

12PM SN'S GREATEST SHOW

1:30PM RIDE FOR ANGELS