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Essex,1 min

Make a Difference Awards: Bravery

Make a Difference: Essex

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Millie was just 16 days old when she was diagnosed with bilateral hip dysplasia which affects her mobility. Not long afterwards, Millie was also diagnosed with a rare condition known as Perthes. It affects 1 in 10,000 children of which 1 in 5 are girls. As a result of her condition, Millie is unable to do activities most children can, including trampolining and soft play. Picture credit: Lauren Carter/BBC.

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