When toddler loses mobility, UC Davis team gets her moving [Video]

A rare genetic condition robbed Alaina of her mobility – thymidine kinase 2 deficiency (TK2D). Her care team and the use of an experimental drug brought it back. We can’t wait to see what her future holds!

Read more about her story: https://health.ucdavis.edu/news/headlines/care-team-and-experimental-drug-help-toddler-regain-mobility/2024/02

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