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Campaign idea: Michael fights for newborn screening

After a six-year wait for answers, Michael was diagnosed with adrenoleukodystrophy and began campaigning for newborn screening.

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In 2016, following six years of testing, Michael was diagnosed with adrenoleukodystrophy, an incurable degenerative neurological disorder. Despite symptoms affecting his mobility and memory, he continues to work full-time at a shipyard with workplace adjustments. He now campaigns to raise awareness of the condition and advocate for screening newborn babies.

Where it happens

Renfrew

The charity

https://www.alextlc.org/

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