Carmen, the girl who holds the key to the treatment of diseases of genetic origin | Health & Wellness

Carmen was only three months old when, on Three Kings Day 2021, she was admitted to the hospital with seizures, nodding, heavy breathing and blinking. The prognosis was atrocious: “He has six months to live.” Javier Silva, his father, remembers the emptiness of the room, the vertigo, the pain that prevented him from thinking and … Read more

Chinese researchers give birth to fluorescent “chimeric” macaque

2023-11-09 19:01:47 A fluorescent “chimeric” macaque. Cell / Cao and all DECRYPTION – This hybrid individual was formed from an embryo and genetically modified stem cells. This approach could make it possible to create animal models relevant to certain human diseases. It was a very strange birth that took place in a laboratory in Shanghai. … Read more

In comics, the poisoned gift of genetics “for all”

2023-11-05 20:32:35 “Genetics at the heart», Philippe Amouyel and Héloïse Chochois. Dargaud Editions CRITICISM – Behind the very effective marketing of certain companies hide real risks. An enlightening read. It will soon be time to chase original ideas for the end of year celebrations. And why not offer one of those genetic tests that promise … Read more

Genetic Mutation Linked to High Blood Pressure: Groundbreaking Surgery Replaces Medication

2023-06-13 17:01:25 British researchers have discovered a genetic mutation that causes a common type of high blood pressure. In addition, thanks to surgery, patients with severe hypertension did not need any medication for years. You will also be interested [EN VIDÉO] Platelets patrol the blood vessels Platelets (in red) move through blood vessels and interact … Read more

“The Surprising Link Between Schizophrenia Risk and Placenta Health: New Discoveries in Genetics Research”

2023-05-18 08:03:18 More than 100 genes linked to schizophrenia risk appear to cause the disease because of their role in the placenta rather than the developing brain. You will also be interested [EN VIDÉO] Interview 5/5: are genetic diseases hereditary? A genetic disease is due to an abnormality of one or more chromosomes, which leads … Read more

“Newly Discovered Genetic Variant that Protects Against Alzheimer’s Disease”

2023-05-16 17:04:52 A man, although genetically predisposed, resisted Alzheimer’s disease thanks to a previously unknown genetic variant which preserved him from the symptoms of the disease. You will also be interested [EN VIDÉO] Soon a blood test to detect Alzheimer’s disease? A blood test to screen for Alzheimer’s disease that could be done at your … Read more

A mushroom could contain a molecule effective against cystic fibrosis

French researchers have discovered a molecule capable of correcting certain mutations involved in cystic fibrosis, even in forms of the disease resistant to existing treatments. Today, nearly 7,500 people are affected by cystic fibrosis, one of the most common rare diseases in France and whose life expectancy is between 40 and 50 years. This disease … Read more