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EPISODE · Aug 2, 2026 · 1 MIN

Young boy's fight inspires Jeans for Genes Day

from 7News Just In · host LiSTNR

Jeans for Genes Day returns this week to raise funds for treatments for children with genetic diseases. Eight-year-old Spencer, diagnosed at four with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, represents one in 20 children affected by genetic conditions. Since 1994, the campaign has raised over $65 million, funding medical breakthroughs in gene therapy, with clothing retailer Lowes matching all donations on Thursday, August 6.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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