Happy New Year

2012 was a year of many achievements: research advancements, the launch of the DMRF’s clinical fellowship program, success in our legislative efforts, and thousands reached through our education and support programs. As we look ahead to the New Year we are filled with hope for what it will bring our community. We are inspired to continue to aggressively push forward for more scientific breakthroughs and more awareness and recognition of dystonia. We will not rest until our mission is achieved, and we cannot do it alone. We are united in our shared goal of ending dystonia. Last year saw the DMRF family pull together to meet a challenge grant from an anonymous donor to raise an additional $110,000 for our critical research program--which led to a total of $210,000 when matched by the donor. Words cannot express how grateful we feel to our leaders, our donors, our advocates and everyone who has worked to support someone in the DMRF community this past year.

On behalf of the DMRF Board of Directors, staff and for myself, I wish everyone a happy, healthy 2013.  We look to shatter all expectations for scientific advancements, dystonia awareness, and support of those affected by dystonia and their families this coming year. Let’s get to it!