Minnesota begins screening newborns for Krabbe disease
Minnesota’s Newborn Screening Programme has begun universal screening for Krabbe disease. This is important in helping to identify children with the condition earlier.
“Adding Krabbe disease to the long list of conditions the lab already screens for will help identify more children earlier, slow the progression of their symptoms and even increase their lifespan.” (Minnesota Commissioner of Health Dr. Brooke Cunningham)
To read the news release: Department of Health News Release
