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This new report highlights data including that more than one in six people in England are living with one or more neurological conditions, including SMA. It's being used to call for greater prioritisation of neurology by the health and care system.

This study is currently being conducted by NCEPOD about the quality of care received by those aged 0-24 years on long-term ventilation (including non-invasive). They are looking to hear from both patients and parent carers for their views.

The Neurological Alliance is running this survey to find out about the care and treatment for neurological conditions (this includes SMA). The purpose is to provide information which can help them monitor and improve the future quality of health services and social care for people with neurological conditions.

Muscular Dystrophy UK's ‘Focus on Disability Benefits’ campaign aims to ensure that people with neuromuscular conditions can access fair and informed assessments for support that meets their needs. This survey is about your experience of the application process for any benefits you receive.

Fiona Anderson, a wheelchair user who has a muscle-wasting condition, has set up a petition to ensure disabled women have equal access to cervical cancer screening - this includes by making hoists available at every NHS medical centre.

Together for Short Lives are asking people to write to their MPs to ask them to speak in this debate. The meeting will take place at 9:30am on Tuesday 29 January 2019 in Westminster Hall.