ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — New York State Troopers spent an afternoon Thursday at Golisano Children's Hospital, engaging with children and highlighting the groundbreaking effects of gene therapy.

The event took place on the hospital's seventh floor play deck, where troopers and children played bingo and other games, fostering connections between the community and law enforcement.

Sergeant Chris Mahoney shared his personal story, detailing how his daughter Daniela was treated at Golisano Children's Hospital for Type 1 Spinal Muscular Atrophy shortly after birth.

Daniela Mahoney received her first round of treatment just 36 hours after being born, a decision that officials say has given her a future once thought impossible.

Sergeant Mahoney expressed gratitude towards the hospital staff an

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