Understanding Birth Defects: What Every Parent Should Know
Birth defects are health conditions that develop before a baby is born and affect about 3-5 out of every 100 newborns. These conditions can range from mild to …
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How a Rare Gene Change Affects Three Generations of One Family
Researchers studied a family where three generations inherited a change in a gene called GNAS that affects how the body controls calcium and hormones. The …
Read MoreUnderstanding Thalassemia: What Families in Central China Need to Know
Researchers studied over 3,000 people in Hubei Province, China to understand how common thalassemia is and what genetic changes cause it. Thalassemia is a …
Read MoreScientists Find Genetic Clues That May Predict Heart Defects in Babies
Researchers analyzed 175 studies to understand which genetic changes might increase the risk of babies being born with heart defects. They found 36 genetic …
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