Uploaded September 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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The first baby in Scotland to be identified with Spinal Muscular Atrophy through the country's newborn screening programme has started treatment following an early diagnosis, marking a significant milestone for the pioneering initiative.

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