Genetic disorders
Two Common Gene Mutations Boost Breast Cancer Risk, Scientists Find
Women with two genetic mutations have a higher risk of breast cancer and should be screened, scientists say. 
Surrogate Who Refused To Abort Baby With Heart Defect: ‘I Had No Rights’
A surrogate refused a baby’s parents’ wish for an abortion after finding out the unborn boy had a heart defect. Now she is calling on people to love them for their decision ultimately to "choose life." 
Too Much Protein Killed Young Bodybuilder With Rare Urea Cycle Disorder
A 25-year-old bodybuilder in Australia died after a rare genetic disease prevented her body from properly metabolizing protein. 
Old Cells Of Progeria Patients Are Made Young Again With New Technique
In a new study, researchers succeeded in turning back the clock on the cells of children with a genetic disease that accelerates their aging process. 
CRISPR Gene-Editing Technology Removes Heart Disease Mutation From Embryos
Scientists have succeeded in editing out a harmful mutation from viable human embryos. 
What Happened To Charlie Gard? Court Says Life Support Can Be Stopped For Sick Boy; Parents Given More Time
A court has ruled that ending life support is in the best interest of 10-month-old Charlie Gard. 
Mom’s Photo Of Son’s Six-Figure Hospital Bill Goes Viral Amid GOP Health Care Reform Debate
Amid the GOP health care debate, a New Jersey mother voiced her son's story through a series of tweets, which have now gone viral. 
Childhood Alzheimer’s: Parents Raise Funds To Save Daughters With Rare Genetic Disease
The parents of two young girls have called on the public to help save their two young daughters recently diagnosed with “childhood Alzheimer’s.” 
Are Fava Beans Bad For You? Legumes Linked To Less Red Blood Cells In People With This Genetic Disorder
In severe cases, eating copious amounts of fava beans can kill people with this genetic disorder. 
What Is Cat Eye Syndrome? Caitlin Stickels, Model With Rare Genetic Disorder, Stuns In Magazine Photoshoot
Caitlin Stickels, "cat eye syndrome" model, shows off her beauty for V Magazine to raise awareness for rare genetic disorder.
