08/11/2026
August is Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Awareness Month, and rareLife solutions proudly supports the individuals, families, caregivers, advocates, clinicians, and researchers working to improve the lives of those affected by SMA.
SMA is a rare, progressive genetic neuromuscular disease caused by mutations in the SMN1 gene, resulting in a deficiency of the survival motor neuron (SMN) protein that is essential for healthy motor nerve cells. As these cells are lost, individuals with SMA experience progressive muscle weakness that can affect breathing, eating, sitting, crawling, walking, and other everyday activities.
SMA affects approximately 1 in 15,000 births in the United States, and 1 in 50 Americans is a genetic carrier. While advances in newborn screening and disease-modifying therapies have transformed the outlook for many individuals, continued awareness, research, early diagnosis, and access to care remain critical.
💜 It's also important to recognize that while SMA affects muscle function, it does not affect a person's intelligence, ability to learn, or capacity to build meaningful relationships. 💜
At rareLife solutions, we know rare. We think rare. And for us, it's personal. We are committed to advancing science, amplifying patient and caregiver voices, and supporting the communities driving progress across rare diseases.
This August, join us in raising awareness, inspiring understanding, and supporting a future where every person living with SMA has the opportunity to thrive.
Awareness drives understanding. Understanding drives action.