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As Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Awareness Month Begins, Cure SMA Spotlights Progress and Persistent Gaps in SMA Care

Source: PR Newswire • Published: 07 Aug 2026, 16:14

As Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Awareness Month Begins, Cure SMA Spotlights Progress and Persistent Gaps in SMA Care

SMA Awareness Month coverage highlighting an annual nonprofit report on diagnosis, treatment access, and ongoing care gaps for the SMA community.

Key Takeaways
  • Cure SMA estimates it has connected with nearly 70% of the current U.S
  • Report has been used to inform the FDA on unmet needs
  • Median age at SMA diagnosis has fallen to just 7 days
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