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A Mother Learned She Carried the Gene That Gave All 3 of Her Boys Fragile X | Miami Autism Dad
By CNews YouTube at Community Newspapers
· July 1, 2026
· 1 min read
Miami Autism Dad Victor Antunez interviews Anthony Gonzalez, MD, a robotic and bariatric surgeon, and Dorcas Gonzalez, host of La Vida Xcepcional, parents to 3 sons who all have Fragile X syndrome and are on the autism spectrum. They take us back to the day they learned the diagnosis, and to the har
Key takeaway They take us back to the day they learned the diagnosis, and to the harder discovery that […] The post A Mother Learned She Carried the Gene That Gave All 3 of Her Boys Fragile X | Miami Autism Dad first appeared on Miami's Community News.
Why this matters in The Miami
The story of a Miami family's experience with Fragile X syndrome and autism highlights the complex health issues faced by many families in the city. Miami's diverse population, with a large Latin American and Caribbean community, may be at higher risk for genetic disorders due to cultural and socioeconomic factors. The fact that all three sons in this family have Fragile X syndrome underscores the need for increased awareness and access to genetic testing and counseling in Miami's healthcare system. As the city's healthcare providers work to support families affected by autism and genetic disorders, they must also consider the unique cultural and linguistic needs of Miami's diverse community. By sharing their story, the Gonzalez family helps to raise awareness about Fragile X syndrome and the importance of early diagnosis and intervention in Miami.
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Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: Community Newspapers ·
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What is this story about? Miami Autism Dad Victor Antunez interviews Anthony Gonzalez, MD, a robotic and bariatric surgeon, and Dorcas Gonzalez, host of La Vida Xcepcional, parents to 3 sons who all have Fragile X syndrome and are on the autism spectrum. They take us back to the day they learned the diagnosis, and to the har
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