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Health● Low32m ago · Nov 14, 2026, 5:00 AM

Out of the bubble: How a world-first gene therapy gave Matthew a second chance at life

GlobeAlert Desk · curated from Sydney Morning Herald · Australia · global

Until recently, Matthew Rozek has spent his life avoiding everyday germs. This has meant avoiding parties, shopping malls, flights, and public transport. But a new gene therapy treatment has given him a new lease on life.

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