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How one family gave a critical boost to gene therapy research

NPR News·November 1, 2026·1 min read

A family affected by Sanfilippo syndrome raised millions for gene therapy research, and the FDA just approved a gene therapy their support helped make possible. The approval marks a milestone for rare disease treatment, showing how patient advocacy and fundraising can accelerate scientific breakthroughs. The therapy targets the genetic disorder that affects children.

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