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Volume 9, Number 1 February, 2002

COVER

• Magical Mattie
  He's a best-selling poet who's made friends with Oprah Winfrey and President Carter. He's also MDA's National Goodwill Ambassador. Meet the amazing Mattie Stepanek.
  
  

FEATURES

• Family Histories Help Solve Medical Mysteries
  Their disease had all the symptoms of myotonic muscular dystrophy but the genetic tests were negative. These families pitched in and helped MDA researchers solve the puzzle.
  
  
• The Great Escape
  Since Sept. 11, people with disabilities have taken a new look at their safety options during disasters. Do you have an evacuation plan in case of fire, flood or other emergency at your home, workplace or school?
  
  
• Stem Cell Therapy the Huard Way
  MDA grantee Johnny Huard is looking at a full slate of possibilities in which stem cells could generate new muscle tissue in the muscular dystophies.
  
  
• Learning at Home
  A homeschool or homebound program may be right for your child, or may not be. Parents need to do some homework before deciding.
  
  

• Ace That Interview
  Don't be just another mass-produced candidate on the job market. Here are some tips for making the right impression when you go for an interview.
  
  
• 'Realist' Spins Science Fiction Tales
  Michael Murphy's independent streak makes him a science fiction author to contend with.
  
  
• Research Updates
  
  
• KidQuest...
  MDA Summer Camp Song Wins National Contest
  Thank you, Sarah!