Heart-breaking reason these school kids dress as superheroes (opens original article in a new tab)

School students in Wagga Wagga dressed as superheroes to honor Nate Lawson, who died from a rare genetic disorder, raising money for the hospital and awareness of the disease.

• Nate Lawson, 11, died from Schimke immuno-osseous dysplasia (SIOD), a rare genetic disorder affecting 1 in 3 million people.
• School students in Wagga Wagga dressed as superheroes to raise money for the paediatric ward and awareness of SIOD, which has only 100 reported cases globally.
• SIOD causes short stature, kidney disease, and a weakened immune system, with no cure and limited research due to its rarity.
• Superhero Day is an annual event in Wagga Wagga, continuing to honor Nate and support the hospital where he received care.