Routine NHS access to spinal muscular atrophy treatments offers new hope for patients and families
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SMA is a rare, inherited condition that causes progressive muscle weakness, affecting movement, breathing and swallowing. People living with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) in England are set to gain routine access to two potentially life-changing treatments, following our publication of final draft guidance today.
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