The Surprising Legacy of the Boy in the Bubble | Retro Report on PBS

Newborns today are tested for genetic and immune disorders that might not be apparent at birth. The tests evolved from the treatment of a patient with a rare diagnosis who became known as “the Boy in the Bubble.” This story is an excerpt from our new broadcast show with PBS. Stream full episodes at #RetroReportPBS

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