Gene therapy experiment treats rare childhood blindness

Gene therapy experiment treats rare childhood blindness

Smitha Mundasad Health reporter Moorfields Hospital Jace, 6, was born with a rare and aggressive eye condition An experimental trial of gene therapy has helped four toddlers – born with one of the most severe forms of childhood blindness – gain “life-changing improvements” to their sight, according to doctors at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London. … Read more

‘Multi-omics’ is changing how India spots and treats TB, cancers

‘Multi-omics’ is changing how India spots and treats TB, cancers

In the last decade, India’s use of genomics has undergone a significant transformation, so much so that the diagnoses, management, and treatment of many diseases — including tuberculosis, cancers, and those caused by antimicrobial resistance — stand on the cusp of a revolution. Most recently, in January 2024, the Department of Biotechnology said it had completed … Read more

Holiday Sweets — and Carbs — No Treat For Your Teeth

Holiday Sweets — and Carbs — No Treat For Your Teeth

Dec. 15, 2021 — It’s no surprise that many people believe the holidays are meant for us to put aside our dietary senses and indulge in all the yummy foods that we’d avoid on a normal day. While many of these festive treats may cause serious problems for our teeth, others are packed with nutrients … Read more