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‘Be alive’: Hongkonger with muscular dystrophy turns 18, against all odds
Celebrating one’s 18th birthday is not typically a poignant occasion, but for outgoing Hongkonger Chen Tsz-kin, adulthood began last week with a mixture of excitement and anxiety.
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Chen Tsz‑kin, a Hongkonger, turned 18 last week, marking his entry into adulthood. He was diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy when he was 18 months old, a genetic disease that progressively weakens muscles. The milestone birthday brings both excitement and anxiety as he faces the challenges of the condition.
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