Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

This technique can stop Duchenne muscular dystrophy progression

A new study has found that gene-editing technique can successfully put a halt to Duchenne muscular dystrophy progression.

Jan 05, 2016, 09:46 AM IST

Gene-editing technique could treat muscular dystrophy

A gene-editing technique has shown promise in treating Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), the most common and severe form of muscular dystrophy among boys which is characterised by progressive muscle degeneration and weakness.

Jan 01, 2016, 17:46 PM IST

Indian-origin boy denied life-saving drug in UK

Six children, including a 6-year-old Indian-origin boy, has been denied life-saving treatment from a rare disease due to high costs by UK's state-funded health service.

Oct 19, 2015, 17:46 PM IST