MND Scotland
@mndscotland.bsky.social
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Making time count for people living with motor neuron disease.
https://linktr.ee/MNDScotland
A huge THANK YOU to Gemma Catton and everyone who supported her 'Sock It To MND' challenge! 𧦠She wore 753 different pairs of socks and raised over Β£2,300 for MND Scotland, totaling over Β£26,000 in ten years! Thank you for your continued support π
#MNDScotland
#MakeTimeCount
#MND
about 3 hours ago
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π₯³ Introducing: 45 Ways to Get Involved π This year marks the 45th anniversary of MND Scotland, and we have put together 45 ways for you to get involved this year and help make time count for families affected by MND. Find out more: https://bit.ly/4rpH6mQ
#MNDScotland
#MakeTimeCount
#MNDScotland45
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MND Scotland's 45th Anniversary - MND Scotland
This year marks the 45th anniversary of MND Scotland, and we need your support now more than ever.
https://bit.ly/4rpH6mQ
2 days ago
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The next video in our LEARN presentation series is from Professor Gareth Miles, who discusses his groupβs research investigating why motor neurons degenerate in MND and how a better understanding of this process will hopefully lead to the identification of new therapies.
https://bit.ly/3ObdXNj
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Revealing new therapeutic targets for MND using human stem cell based technologies - Gareth Miles
Recorded as part of the MND Scotland Lived Experience and Researcher Network (LEARN). The speaker is Professor Gareth Miles from the University of St Andrews. Professor Miles discusses his group's research investigating why motor neurons degenerate in...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lVpB_M0MojA&t=13s
2 days ago
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On Tuesday 17 March, the MND Scotland team will be at the πGlobal Energy Stadium in Dingwall to host the pilot event of our MND Scotland coffee afternoons π β‘οΈ You can find out more information about the event let us know youβre interested in coming here:
https://bit.ly/3MCNCat
2 days ago
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Tick an adrenaline rush off your bucket list and support MND in Scotland! π Join us on Saturday 9 May 2026 for a 131ft abseil down the Port of Leith Distillery with stunning views of Edinburgh. No experience needed! β‘οΈ Sign up today!
https://bit.ly/4q6mpuI
3 days ago
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We are excited to announce that our Bereavement Support Services video has officially been shortlisted as a finalist in the Smiley Charity Film Awards 2025! A huge thank you to everyone who voted for us - we are truly grateful for your support π
#SmileyCFA26
#charityfilmawards
#TheSmileys
#CFA26
3 days ago
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Join us on 4 May 2026, for 'Jinkyβs Journey'! Walk 7 miles from the Jimmy Johnstone Memorial Garden to Celtic Park to honour Celtic FC and Scotland legend, Jimmy Johnstone, 20 years after his sad passing. β‘οΈ Register today: https://bit.ly/49WI9nV
@celticfcfoundation.bsky.social
4 days ago
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π An evening with Kevin Sinfield, in support MND Scotland and My Name'5 Doddie Foundationπ For more information or to book your tickets, please visit:
https://bit.ly/4qfnznM
5 days ago
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If you are thinking about a loved one today who is no longer with us π we invite you to take a moment to pay tribute to their memory by leaving a message on our dedication page: https://mnds.tributepage.org/mndscotland
#MNDScotland
#InMemory
#MakeTimeCount
#MuchLoved
6 days ago
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The next video in our LEARN presentation series is from Dr Helena Chaytow. Helenaβs research focuses on understanding the mechanisms behind MND more fully and researching new potential therapies:
https://bit.ly/4acEYXU
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Bringing a repurposed drug from bench to bedside - Dr Helena Chaytow
YouTube video by MND Scotland
https://youtu.be/tlnEh7_ESuM?si=eaYP9kaaD_JW-r6M
7 days ago
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Glasgow hairdresser and business owner, Jade Hayter, is sharing the story of her late motherβinβlaw, Margaret βMagsβ McQuaid, to help raise awareness of the number of women affected by motor neuron disease (MND). β‘οΈ Read Jade's story here:
https://bit.ly/4tKgjTQ
7 days ago
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Take on a personal challenge and raise funds for MND Scotland. Every action brings us closer to a cure. Get involved today:
https://mndscotland.org.uk/get-involved/
8 days ago
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π₯ We are thrilled to share the video from the recent Firewalk event in Edinburgh! A massive WELL DONE and THANK YOU to everyone who took part. It was incredible to see the MND community come together and help support our work and take part in this challenge π
https://bit.ly/4quWBsl
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Edinburgh Firewalk
YouTube video by MND Scotland
https://youtu.be/PVJ5pzdVW2s?si=PnABtgTvX7aRD3JH
9 days ago
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β For the first time ever, we are bringing our legendary Zipslide Challenge to the stunning Strathclyde Park Loch! ποΈ Soar 1,000ft and tick an epic adventure off your bucket list while helping make time count for people affected by MND π Sign up today!
https://bit.ly/3NK19gJ
9 days ago
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As wedding season approaches π please consider supporting MND Scotland with our charitable wedding favours π π To find out more, please visit: https://mndscotland.org.uk/mnd-scotland-shop/
#MNDScotland
#MND
#MakeTimeCount
9 days ago
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We are calling on the next Government to deliver timely, fast-tracked support for everyone in Scotland living with MND. Read our full statement and find out how you can involved:
https://mndscotland.org.uk/news/mnd-scotland-launches-manifesto-ahead-of-2026-election
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MND Scotland launches Manifesto ahead of 2026 election - MND Scotland
Ahead of the Scottish Parliament Elections in May 2026, MND Scotland has appealed to the next Scottish Government to legislate and recognise the urgent statutory rights and needs of those with termina...
https://bit.ly/4py7R6D
9 days ago
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πEdinburgh Marathon Festival - sign up for the Half Marathon! π Join Team MND Scotland in May 2026 for the Edinburgh Marathon Festival and help make time count for families affected by motor neuron disease π β‘οΈ Spaces are filling up fast, so sign up today!
https://bit.ly/4jLvm9M
10 days ago
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In our next video, as part of our LEARN presentation series, we hear from Professor Simon Parson from the University of Aberdeen who discusses the work that has been undertaken in SMA research over his career and the success of finding meaningful treatments:
https://bit.ly/4a0wXH2
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The pathway to therapy in spinal muscular atrophy - Simon Parson
Recorded as part of the MND Scotland Lived Experience and Researcher Network (LEARN). The speaker is Professor Simon Parson from the University of Aberdeen. Professor Parson discusses the work that has been undertaken in SMA (a childhood form of MND) ...
https://youtu.be/z5JK5i3CBiQ?si=c3pjxuJWA_g-fzry
10 days ago
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π Take on the Men & Womenβs 10K for Team MND Scotland! π Run an iconic Glasgow route past the Clyde, Science Centre, Armadillo, Buchanan St & Glasgow Green - and help make time count for people affected by MND. Sign up today and support MND Scotland! π
https://bit.ly/3BgMxQh
10 days ago
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π Experience an adrenaline rush like no other! Join Team MND Scotland on π 21 March 2026, for an unforgettable 100ft abseil at the iconic Falkirk Wheel. Sign up today and help make time count for families affected by MND in Scotland:
https://bit.ly/3ZQy0Uz
11 days ago
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We would like to wish the very best of luck to Liz McRobb (our Interim Co Chair) in her upcoming 6-day Atlas Mountains of Morocco β°οΈ cycling challenge π΄ next month! To read more about her story, or to show your support by donating π please visit:
https://bit.ly/3NGlQu5
11 days ago
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In 2025, we recorded presentations from our LEARN events for those who couldn't attend. Our first LEARN video features Dr. Danielle Leighton from the University of Glasgow discussing the clinical characteristics and genetics of the MND population in Scotland. Watch here:
https://bit.ly/45Nuayp
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The genetic landscape of motor neuron disease in Scotland - Dr Danielle Leighton
YouTube video by MND Scotland
https://youtu.be/tfgz0tpXKWQ?si=o-VUnI8tSoKvG3WJ
12 days ago
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Take on an epic adrenaline event for MND Scotland and together, we will beat motor neuron disease π β‘οΈ Falkirk Wheel Abseil:
https://bit.ly/3ZQy0Uz
β‘οΈ Port of Leith Distillery Abseil:
https://bit.ly/4q6mpuI
β‘οΈ Zipslide Strathclyde:
https://bit.ly/3NK19gJ
Sign up today, and help make time count π
13 days ago
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π₯ Thank you to everyone who joined us last week for the Edinburgh Firewalk! π₯ It was a fantastic night, and we are incredibly grateful to everyone who either took part, or cheered on our firewalkers. So far, you have raised a total of Β£7,098, with more donations still coming in - thank you! π
15 days ago
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πΆ Join Team MND Scotland at this year's Glasgow Kiltwalk! π Visit the Kiltwalk website to register today and show your support for people living with MND:
https://thekiltwalk.co.uk/events/glasgow
15 days ago
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In 2020, MND Scotland invested Β£153,000 in research at the University of Edinburgh to understand how people with MND make decisions about their care. The project found that those with cognitive changes benefit from tailored support strategies. Read the full story here:
https://bit.ly/4rk2cT4
16 days ago
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π Join us for the MND Scotland '5k Your Way' Family Fun Run in Glasgow on Saturday, 5 September 2026, as part of our 45th Anniversary! π Sign up today to support families affected by MND π
https://mndscotland.org.uk/events/5k-your-way/
16 days ago
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π An evening with Kevin Sinfield - in aid of MND Scotland and My Name'5 Doddie Foundation π π Saturday 23 May 2026 π Ayr Racecourse ποΈ Tickets cost Β£90 per person / includes three-course meal, music, and entertainment For more information, or to sign up, visit:
https://bit.ly/4qfnznM
17 days ago
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Voting for the Smiley Charity Film Awards has been extended to 6 Feb (Friday), which means there's a couple more days to support MND Scotland and vote for our bereavement support services video if you haven't already:
https://bit.ly/4k19Kru
Thank you for your support π
18 days ago
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There are many ways you can support us. Find out more how you can get involved today:
https://mndscotland.org.uk/get-involved/
18 days ago
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Good luck to everyone today taking part in '200k in 45 days'! We are so grateful for your support π Are you walking πΆrunning π swimming π or cycling π²? Let us know in the comments β¬οΈ
#200kin45Days
#MNDScotland
#MakeTimeCount
19 days ago
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There's just one day to go for MND Scotlandβs β200K in 45 Daysβ challenge! Whether you decided to walk πΆ, run π, swim π, cycle π², or find your own unique way, you will be helping make time count for families affected by motor neuron disease π Sign up today!
https://bit.ly/3NtOqyu
20 days ago
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Supporting someone living with MND can be demanding. We are here to help. Find out more:
https://mndscotland.org.uk
21 days ago
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π¨ Edinburgh Marathon Festival - last chance to sign up! π¨ Join Team MND Scotland in May 2026 for the Edinburgh Marathon Festival and help make time count for families affected by motor neuron disease π π Spaces are filling up fast, so sign up today!
https://bit.ly/3Eq4Y6t
21 days ago
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Good luck to everyone taking part in the MND Scotland Firewalk challenge tonight in Edinburgh! π₯ We can't wait to see you all! π₯
https://bit.ly/4eHNXCE
22 days ago
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π 15% off on shop items! For a limited time only, we are offering supporters 15% off on a number of items on our online shop. Every purchase you make helps support our vision is a world without motor neuron disease (MND) π β‘οΈ Visit our online shop today:
https://bit.ly/4c2XRNQ
22 days ago
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π¨ Last chance to vote! π¨ Tomorrow, 29 January, is the final day to support our bereavement support services video in the Smiley Charity Film Awards 2026 ποΈ Please cast your vote for MND Scotland now:
https://bit.ly/4k19Kru
23 days ago
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@celticfcfoundation.bsky.social
and
@mndscotland.bsky.social
are proud to partner together to honour the life and legacy of
@celticfc.bsky.social
and Scotland legend, Jimmy Johnstone, 20 years on from his sad passing from motor neuron disease. Register now:
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/jinkys-jou...
23 days ago
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π¨ Only a few days left to sign up for our β200K in 45 Daysβ challenge! π Join us in supporting families affected by motor neuron disease by walking, running, swimming, or cycling your way to 200k over 45 days as part of our 45th anniversary this year π
https://bit.ly/3NtOqyu
23 days ago
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β Edinburgh - this is your final opportunity to sign up for this week's MND Scotland Firewalk challenge!π₯ π₯ π₯ Sign up today and help raise vital funds to support everyone in Scotland affected by MND π π The Grange Club, Portgower Place π Thursday 29 January π 6pm ποΈ
https://bit.ly/4eHNXCE
24 days ago
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Motor neurons carry signals from the brain directly to the muscles. If you are living with MND, the disease can prevent these signals from reaching your muscles. Find out more about MND and how you can support our work here:
https://bit.ly/49zMq0I
25 days ago
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We're bringing ourπ₯Firewalk challenge π₯to The Grange Club, Portgower Place, next Thursday (29 January) to help raise vital funds to support everyone in Scotland affected by motor neuron disease (MND). Sign up today and get involved!
https://bit.ly/4eHNXCE
29 days ago
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Kevin Sinfield's "7 in 7: Together" challenge in December, is now featured in a 25-minute video on BBC iPlayer. Starting at 17:19, you can watch Kevin and his team travel through Dundee, featuring interviews with some of our supporters and, of course, discussions about MND:
https://bbc.in/49ynM03
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BBC News - Kevin Sinfield: 7 in 7 Together
The rugby league legend runs seven ultramarathons in seven days.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m002qbkk
29 days ago
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MND Scotland and Scottish Government fund project to improve the delivery of environmental controls for people with MND. Read the full story here:
https://bit.ly/4pRsQkV
about 1 month ago
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Join Team MND Scotland in May 2026 for the Edinburgh Marathon Festival and help make time count for families affected by motor neuron disease π π Spaces are filling up fast, so sign up today!
https://bit.ly/3Eq4Y6t
about 1 month ago
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Our branded stainless steel trainer tags π are available now for a limited time with 15% off! Every time you look down, you can see our logo, and be reminded that with every step you are helping make time count for people with MND. β‘οΈ Now available in the MND Scotland shop:
https://bit.ly/3X22Szi
about 1 month ago
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We invite you to walk πΆrun π swim π cycle π² or find your own unique way in MND Scotlandβs β200K in 45 Daysβ challenge starting on 1 February 2026! This challenge will take place across 45 days, commemorating our 45 years of supporting families affected by MND π
https://bit.ly/3NtOqyu
about 1 month ago
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Join Team MND Scotland in May 2026 for the Edinburgh Marathon Festival and help make time count for families affected by motor neuron disease π Spaces are filling up fast, so sign up today! π
https://bit.ly/3Eq4Y6t
about 1 month ago
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π₯MND Scotland Firewalk Edinburgh - 2 weeks to go! π₯ We're just a couple of weeks away from our fantastic Firewalk challenge in Edinburgh at The Grange Club, Portgower Place, on Thursday 29 January, 6pm! π₯Spaces are limited, so sign up today!
https://bit.ly/4eHNXCE
about 1 month ago
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Can your company be the next to be crowned the Business Fives Tayside Champions? β½ Get your company fit and active by getting involved in upcoming events in Dundee, Glenrothes, Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Aberdeen! Full details available here:
https://mndscotland.org.uk/events/
about 1 month ago
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