The Age·4 min read·medium
Keri’s sister died from MND. She says the state has taken ‘a step in the right direction’
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Emily Kaine
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New South Wales has launched a state-based registry for motor neurone disease (MND) to help researchers better understand the condition. The initiative follows the personal story of Jennifer Balding, who utilized voluntary assisted dying after a rapid decline from the disease.
Why it matters
This registry represents a significant medical advancement in tracking and potentially treating a rare, incurable disease.
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The article reports on health policy and personal experience with a neutral, empathetic tone.
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