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The Financial, Social and Mental Impact SMA has on Families
Taking care of a child with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) significantly affects several aspects of families’ lives, including finances, career choices, social life, and mental health, a study finds. While advances in supportive care and equipment have improved SMA patients’ survival and quality of life, the financial burden on families and the healthcare system has increased — and SMA costs are not limited to healthcare expenses.
To learn more about this topic, click here: SMA Care Has Significant Financial, Career, Social, and Psychological Impact on Families, Study Reports
What has been the social, financial and mental impact of SMA on your life and the lives of your family members? Have you found helpful resources or ways of coping with the different challenges SMA presents?
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