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Name
Joshua Cook
Born
06/04/1999
Home
Thunder Bay, ON Canada
Diagnosis
Stargardt Disease
Eyes Affected
Both
Eye Color
Blue
Age at Diagnosis
8
Acuity
20/200
Treatment
None
Prognosis
Was told it shouldn't deteriorate much more.
Family History
I have an older sister Kyla, 10. My dad is a pilot. We have lived in Ontario and Alberta. Last year we moved to Phuket Thailand for a while.
Impact On Your Life
So far not too much impact. I still do things the way I always have. I look around the blind spots.
Positive Effects
I am going to get extra help at school, and some neat gadgets to help me.
Adaptations
I get to take my binoculars to school to see better.
Employment
Grade 4 in Sept. 08
More About Me
Love sports. Soccer is my favourite. I want to play hockey again in the winter. I love being outdoors, swimming, biking and playing with my friends.
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