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Texas Expands Newborn Screening for Rare Disorder | Texas News
Texas is rolling out a groundbreaking newborn screening program starting in June, adding a rare genetic disorder called GAMT deficiency to its panel—making it the 20th state to do so. This condition, which disrupts creatine production, can cause severe developmental issues if untreated, including muscle weakness, seizures, and intellectual disability. Thanks to early detection via simple heel prick tests, babies can now receive timely treatment, with Children’s Health in Dallas leading the charge. Experts hope this proactive step will help dozens of children each year achieve near-normal…
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