Thalidomide survivors in Scotland to get lifelong support
There are 50 known survivors of the banned pregnancy drug in Scotland, most now in their 60s. …
“Right throughout our lives it has just been topping up, topping up,” he said. “And I have no doubt in 10 years’ time when everyone is 70-73 there will be more complicated medical issues to be dealt with and more complicated independent living issues so it will need to be revisited. But it is a relief to have this support.”