About DMD and JOA:

Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) is a fatal progressive disorder that causes loss of muscle function and independence. John Owen's Adventure Inc. (JOA) is dedicated to discovering a treatment, improving research and establishing education and awareness programs about DMD for all individuals who are affected by this disease. JOA is also committed to raising awareness and research dollars to treat juvenile diabetes, a chronic disease affecting nearly 26 million Americans.