Raising the rare voice
We are the respected voice for rare disorders in New Zealand.
We advocate for access to world class and world leading health, disability, education and other services for the 300,000 New Zealanders living with a rare disorder.
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Elenna's story
My name is Elenna Kathleen McKinstry. I am nearly two years old (end of May). I have an older brother named Alaric; he will be four in October. I was born only slightly small, at 6 lb 5 oz, but doctors were worried because they don't like it when a mother has gestational diabetes and a small baby. I spent my first week in the Special Care Baby Unit at Hutt Hospital with Mum staying with me and G…
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