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Caragh McMurtry: Great Britain rower's neurodiversity journey

https://www.bbc.com/sport/rowing/68554234

Caragh McMurtry spent five years taking debilitating medication for a condition she didn't have. Now, the former Great Britain rower is fighting to ensure no-one has to suffer in the same way.

Caragh McMurtry: Great Britain rower's neurodiversity journey

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