8-Year-Old Girl Battling A Rare Brain Disease She Calls ‘Awesome’ | TODAY

When Ellie McGinn was only 3, her parents started noticing she had issues with balance. After many tests, she was diagnosed with a rare disease that’s hard to pronounce: leukoencephalopathy with brainstem and spinal cord involvement and lactate elevation. Kathie Lee and Hoda share the brave young girl’s story (and reveal how you can help). » Subscribe to TODAY: » Watch the latest from TODAY: About: TODAY brings you the latest headlines and expert tips on money, health and parenting. We wake up every morning to give you and your family all you need to start your day. If it matters to you, it matters to us. We are in the people business. Subscribe to our channel for exclusive TODAY archival footage & our original web series. Connect with TODAY Online! Visit TODAY’s Website: Find TODAY on Facebook: Follow TODAY on Twitter: