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This rare genetic mutation kills brain cells, and we finally know why

Experiments on an ultra-rare genetic mutation that causes neurodegeneration in children have helped uncover a new mechanism ...
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This rare mutation wipes brain cells, and the trigger is finally known

A vanishingly rare genetic glitch in a single enzyme can erase a newborn’s brain cells in a matter of weeks, leaving doctors with almost no way to intervene. Researchers have now traced that ...

SMA explained: The rare genetic condition affecting Jesy Nelson's twins

Jesy Nelson, who gave birth to twins Ocean and Story prematurely in May, said the girls were diagnosed with type 1 spinal ...
KING5

AI develops personalized treatment for ultra-rare genetic condition: HealthLink

SEATTLE — Artificial intelligence is helping tackle the overwhelming task of treating what's known as "ultra-rare" genetic conditions, many of which lack a cure. Two-year-old Jorie Kraus has such a ...
AOL

Four sisters diagnosed with rare brain condition: "Got to be kidding"

Paul and Ashlee Higginbotham knew what was and wasn't normal for their kids. As the parents of six, they had seen a lot of illnesses and tantrums. But they were baffled by the behavior of their ...
CBS News

Sisters with mysterious symptoms diagnosed with same rare brain condition: "You've got to be kidding"

Paul and Ashlee Higginbotham knew what was and wasn't normal for their kids. As the parents of six, they had seen a lot of illnesses and tantrums. But they were baffled by the behavior of their ...
WPBF

14-year-old from West Palm Beach recovering from brain bleed following rare condition

SIX, NEW AT SIX. A 14 YEAR OLD DANCER FROM WEST PALM BEACH WOULD HAVE STARTED SCHOOL LAST WEEK, BUT INSTEAD SHE’S RECOVERING AFTER A RARE CONDITION THAT CAUSED HER TO HAVE A BRAIN BLEED. EARLIER THIS ...