British researchers used a novel technique to create 'three-parent' babies, successfully helping families with inherited mitochondrial disorders. Eight children, healthy and ranging from under 6 months to over 2 years, represent a significant advance in genetic technology. This method aims to prevent tragic outcomes associated with mitochondrial disease, which has affected generations in some families. However, while the results are promising, researchers highlight the need for further monitoring to confirm safety and effectiveness amid concerns from critics regarding genetic manipulation risks and potential long-term effects.
Mitochondrial disease can be devastating for the family. It can be tragic. This is an important breakthrough a big step forward.
I think this is a landmark advance. It is pioneering work, and extraordinary, no question about it.
Some critics question the approach, worrying about risks and whether it will open the door to manipulating genes in other ways.
Genetic changes like this can be passed down for generations, introducing the potential for deleterious mutations into the human gene pool.
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