From 1981: Louis turns 13
Louis Ciardulli, a New York City student who suffers from a rare bone disease, osteopetrosis, has turned 13, and is transferring to a new school. Correspondent Morton Dean talked with Louis, who underwent experimental transplant surgery to address his condition. He also talked with his family and teacher, and attended Louie's graduation day at PS 201, a day filled with pride and uncertainty. (Originally broadcast on "Sunday Morning" on October 25, 1981.)