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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Storm Newton

Babies with rare condition living longer thanks to advances in treatment

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Almost three-quarters of babies born with a rare muscle-wasting disease are living longer thanks to advances in NHS treatment.

Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a genetic condition that causes muscle weakness, along with progressive loss of movement and paralysis.

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