Welcome to Episode 25 Live & Learn with Megan Gilmour. This episode features Jillian Critchley and Hannah Joseph, who share their experiences with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (CMT). Jillian, a teacher and parent of two daughters with CMT, co-founded the CMT Aussie Kids Program. Hannah, a year 12 student and mentor, speaks about growing up with CMT and the importance of peer support, self-belief, and inclusive education.
CMT is a group of inherited neurological conditions that affect the peripheral nerves, leading to muscle weakness, sensory loss, and fatigue. CMT Australia is a registered charity that provides support, raises awareness, and advocates for people living with CMT. Learn more at cmtaustralia.org.au.
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