Healthy babies born in Britain after scientists used DNA from three people to avoid genetic disease
ABC NewsWednesday, July 16, 2025 at 9:18:22 PM
In a groundbreaking medical achievement, eight healthy babies have been born in the UK using an experimental technique that combines DNA from three people—two parents and a donor—to prevent mothers from passing on rare genetic diseases to their children. Scientists say this could be a game-changer for families at risk of transmitting mitochondrial disorders.
Editor’s Note: This isn’t just another science headline—it’s a real-world leap forward for families who’ve faced the heartbreak of losing children to incurable genetic conditions. By tweaking how embryos are created, researchers are offering hope where there was none before. Sure, there are ethical debates (messing with DNA always sparks those), but for parents who’ve endured the pain of these diseases, it’s a lifeline. The success of these births could pave the way for wider use, reshaping how we tackle inherited illnesses.
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