Posted on 21st August 2026

Two brothers diagnosed with ALD through the Generation Study

As a result of The Generation Study two brothers in Yorkshire have been diagnosed with adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD): Baby’s ALD gene discovery through genome sequencing

A baby’s rare genetic change was picked up and as a result has helped diagnose the same change in his older brother. This has allowed for vital early monitoring of both for a potentially life-limiting rare condition.

The story has been featured on Good Morning Britain and in many newspapers, both national:

The Telegraph

The Independent

and regional:

The Standard

Yorkshire Live

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