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Doddie Weir says hope is key for those suffering with motor neurone disease

He swapped his rugby boots for wellies, but after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease, Doddie Weir is determined to help others in the same position. Emily Ashworth finds out more.

Emily Ashworth
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Doddie Weir says hope is key for those suffering with motor neurone disease

He swapped his rugby boots for wellies, but after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease, Doddie Weir is determined to help others in the same position. Emily Ashworth finds out more. There are...

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