Motor neurone disease strikes former Wallaby Nathan Charles at 37
Nathan Charles, a former Wallaby, has been diagnosed with motor neurone disease at 37.
Nathan Charles represented Australia in four rugby union Tests before retiring in 2018. Nathan Charles now has motor neurone disease.
Charles survived cystic fibrosis as a child. Doctors said he might not reach 11.
Now he faces a disease with no cure. The disease stops the body from controlling movement.
His mobility has already declined sharply. Simple tasks like putting on shoes are now hard.
He played Super Rugby for the Western Force and Melbourne Rebels. He later became CEO of Rugby WA.
A Gofundme has been set up to help. It pays for specialist care and home changes as his condition worsens.
- 37
- Age at diagnosis
- September 13
- Diagnosis date
- 4
- International Tests
- 2018
- Retirement year
Why it mattersMotor neurone disease is a progressive condition with no cure. Charles's diagnosis shows the personal cost of this disease and the need for early access to specialist help.
AustraliaCharles is a prominent Australian rugby figure whose diagnosis raises awareness of motor neurone disease among Australian sports fans and communities he served.
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