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Aydın Adnan Menderes University hosts event for children with phenylketonuria

The Department of Child Metabolic Diseases at Aydın Adnan Menderes University (ADÜ) organized a birthday celebration event for children diagnosed with phenylketonuria. Held at the Atatürk Congress Center in Aydın, the gathering brought together patients, their families, academics, and university officials.

During the event, Associate Professor Emine Göksoy, Head of the Department of Child Metabolic Diseases, highlighted the importance of the national newborn screening program for the early detection and timely treatment of the condition. She noted that the department, which has been operating for approximately four years, focuses on both scientific research and initiatives to improve the quality of life for affected children.

Families of the children shared their personal experiences regarding the diagnosis and treatment processes. The event aimed to strengthen social solidarity and raise awareness about the diagnosis and follow-up procedures for phenylketonuria.

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Atatürk Congress Center · Aydın Adnan Menderes University · Bülent Kent · Emine Göksoy · Yasemin Özkan

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