First Ever Huntington's Treatment!
For the first time ever, scientists have successfully treated Huntington’s disease!
In this trial, scientists inserted a virus containing new DNA into the brain that helps neurons destroy dangerous proteins.
Their data showed the treatment slowed the progression of the disease down by 75% - and this is just the start!
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In this trial, scientists inserted a virus containing new DNA into the brain that helps neurons destroy dangerous proteins.
Their data showed the treatment slowed the progression of the disease down by 75% - and this is just the start!
For more optimistic science and tech stories, subscribe.
#shorts #science #geneediting #huntingtons #tech #medicine
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