EPISODE · Nov 1, 2025 · 38 MIN
The Road Less Stumbled: Paul Bugeja and FSHD
from You, Me & Muscular Dystrophy · host Leannes Wheel Life
Diagnosed at age 35 vibrant Paul Bugeja shares his personal journey with Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy (FSHD). In this conversation with humour and enthusiasm Paul reflects on the signs of FSHD that were present in his childhood, the importance of exercise, and how he views his condition as an opportunity for growth rather than an obstacle. Paul emphasises the significance of embracing uncertainty, finding joy in ‘collecting souls’, his involvement in advocacy organisations while sharing his journey of writing a book about his experiences with FSHD. SHOW NOTESFSHD Global https://fshdglobal.orgMuscular Dystrophy Australia https://www.mda.org.auMuscular Dystrophy Queensland https://mdqld.org.auMuscular Dystrophy Foundation Australia https://mdaustralia.org.au
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Diagnosed at age 35 vibrant Paul Bugeja shares his personal journey with Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy (FSHD). In this conversation with humour and enthusiasm Paul reflects on the signs of FSHD that were present in his childhood, the importance of exercise, and how he views his condition as an opportunity for growth rather than an obstacle. Paul emphasises the significance of embracing uncertainty, finding joy in ‘collecting souls’, his involvement in advocacy organisations while sharing his journey of writing a book about his experiences with FSHD. SHOW NOTESFSHD Global https://fshdglobal.orgMuscular Dystrophy Australia https://www.mda.org.auMuscular Dystrophy Queensland https://mdqld.org.auMuscular Dystrophy Foundation Australia https://mdaustralia.org.au
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