re: Charlie Gard has died

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That same hospital two weeks before that had occurred stated their initial decision 5 months prior was wrong.

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Great Ormond Street, however, made it clear that its doctors’ views have not changed. The statement says that they considered nucleoside therapy but believed it could cause him more suffering. “Charlie’s condition is exceptionally rare, with catastrophic and irreversible brain damage,” said the statement. “Our doctors have explored every medical treatment, including experimental nucleoside therapies. Independent medical experts agreed with our clinical team that this treatment would be unjustified. Not only that, but they said it would be futile and would prolong Charlie’s suffering. This is not an issue about money or resources, but absolutely about what is right for Charlie. Our view has not changed.” The hospital’s only concern is the best interests of Charlie Gard, it says. “We respectfully acknowledge the offers of help from the White House, the Vatican and our colleagues in Italy, the United States and beyond. “We would like to reassure everyone that Great Ormond Hospital will continue to care for Charlie and his family with the utmost respect and dignity through this very difficult time.”

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