Indigenous Groups in Canada May Have Highest Rate of SBMA in World

SMA News Today’s multimedia associate, Price Wooldridge, discusses indigenous groups in Canada having the highest rate of spinal and bulbar muscular atrophy (SBMA) in the world. DeAnn Runge talks about how a recent news story regarding the Miami International Airport installing wheelchair charging stations got under her skin. She points out how difficult air travel is for the disabled community. Not only does one risk injury to themselves but also damage to their wheelchairs when they travel by plane. She feels the industry needs to address the issue of restrictive air travel. Are you interested in learning more about spinal muscular atrophy? If so, please visit https://smanewstoday.com/