Scotland Launches Newborn Screening for Rare Genetic Condition

Scotland has initiated a program to test newborn babies for Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), a rare genetic condition causing progressive muscle weakness.

23 Mar, 02:55 — 23 Mar, 02:55

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Scotland begins testing newborn babies for rare genetic condition

Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) causes progressive muscle weakness and, without treatment, can limit life expectancy to just two years.

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