Ian Michael Smith is affected with Morquio's disease in real life. Although the second film uses an actor affected with a genetic condition, they refrain from using the name of the disease. Rather it is the mythical adventures the two boys share that tells their story. Both films embrace the triumph of the human spirit. The future holds many new discoveries both for the rare and for the common.
Genes control many divergent disease processes.
The articles in this issue cover a range of medical topics about genetics. Each attempts to deal with clinically relevant issues, that are taking place here and now. The neurology article provided by Dr. Boylan covers some of the advances in the genetics in neurologic disease in the past 10 years and how this has started to change the approach to diseases. Also, evident is the long road ahead to really get a handle on some of these diseases, and to hopefully make an impact on therapy. The sports medicine article, written by Dr. Schelonka, touches on medical topics that are often overlooked in the arena of the professional athlete.