ReelsByTeeplus on Instagram: "The Mighty (1998) is a heartfelt coming-of-age drama that tells the story of two misfit boys who form an extraordinary friendship. Maxwell Kane, a large, quiet teen with learning difficulties, befriends Kevin Dillon, a brilliant but physically disabled boy who suffers from Morquio syndrome. Together, they reinvent themselves as “The Mighty,” using Kevin’s imagination and Max’s strength to escape bullying, cope with painful family histories, and face the challenges o

What is Morquio syndrome?

Te presentamos la historia de Andrea quién fue diagnostica con síndrome de Morquio una enfermedad rara en la cual el cuerpo no tiene suficiente cantidad de una enzima necesaria. Su mamita nos cuenta su avance gracias al amor y el apoyo de Coosalud Eps #EnPosdetuBienestar | Coosalud EPS

For those with Morquio syndrome, a rare form of dwarfism, meeting others with the condition provides a vital link for sharing experiences, knowledge and friendship. A.I. duPont Hospital for Children| Nemours recently hosted a patient and family conference, its fourth, which offered both social and educational value. Among the updates presented was Nemours research that shows promise in slowing or preventing the progression of bone and cartilage disease. | Nemours

10-year old girl with rare disease hopes to stay in the U.S. to continue her treatment

GDN Online on Instagram: "His Majesty King Hamad’s representative for humanitarian work and youth affairs Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa has fulfilled a six-year-old child's dream of taking part in the popular 'Gadeha' TV show. Hussein Mahmoud, who suffers from Morquio Syndrome, dreamt of taking part in the popular programme and meeting head coach Ahmad Abdullah Al Mehza. 'Gadeha' is a Bahraini military-inspired reality show that features physically fit and athletic youth, aged 18 and above,