FOUNDER of Save Our Sons Duchenne Foundation, Elie Eid, yesterday began a four-day walking challenge to raise vital funds and awareness for Duchenne and Becker muscular dystrophy.
Supported by national partner Chemist Warehouse, Eid, sponsored walkers, families and a support crew will walk 92km around Perth over the four days, stopping at a total of 16 Chemist Warehouse stores along the way.
Save Our Sons Duchenne Foundation is Australia's leading charity supporting families affected by Duchenne and Becker muscular dystrophy, and was founded in 2008 by Elie and Nancy Eid after their son, Emilio, was diagnosed with Duchenne.
"The aim of the walk is to raise awareness of Duchenne and Becker muscular dystrophy and to raise vital funds to help us support research and clinical trials, fund nurses in neuromuscular clinics around the country, and support and provide resources to families affected by the conditions," Eid said.
Duchenne is a severe muscle-wasting condition that affects mainly boys, requiring the use of a wheelchair from childhood, while Becker is a milder form of muscular dystrophy.
The life expectancy for those with Duchenne is early to mid-twenties, and there is currently no cure.
"Chemist Warehouse is proud to once again partner with Save Our Sons Duchenne Foundation as the national partner for Walk 4 Duchenne in 2026," said Chemist Warehouse deputy CEO of retail, Mario Tascone.
"We remain deeply committed to raising much-needed funds and awareness for everyone affected by Duchenne muscular dystrophy," Tascone continued.
"Together, we stand strong and determined to find a cure." KB
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