Breakthrough Gene Therapy Slows Huntington's Disease Progression
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Breakthrough Gene Therapy Slows Huntington's Disease Progression

UK scientists have achieved a significant breakthrough in treating Huntington's disease with a new gene therapy, AMT-130, which has successfully slowed disease progression by 75% in early-stage trials. Conducted at University College London, this innovative treatment offers hope for better management of a condition previously deemed difficult to treat, marking a major advancement in genetic medicine.

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