Working on this project with Rare Disorders Zimbabwe was an incredible opportunity to support an African organization dedicated to saving children’s lives. It’s rare to tell a story where the impact is this immediate and life-changing.
Zimbabwe’s only genetic clinic provides free testing and counseling to families, many from remote areas with little access to specialized care. A diagnosis can mean the difference between life and loss—from children struggling with debilitating symptoms to those whose conditions could be managed through the right treatment or even a simple dietary change.
If this clinic saves even one child, it’s worth it. But seeing firsthand how access to genetic testing, information, and treatment can transform lives was awe-inspiring. I’m honored to have helped share this story for Rare Disease Day.
