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Steven's Story: Power Player (Video)
Steven, 14, has spinal muscular atrophy. But he also plays ice hockey and swims in the ocean. Hear what he has to say about struggling and succeeding.
Steven's Story
Steven, 14, was diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA for short) when he was 3 years old. Here's what life looks like for a guy who lives to surprise people — and who doesn't like the word "normal."
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