Zachary Thomas has been an advocate for the mucopolysaccharidosis type I (MPS I) community since he was born. Newborn screening is a public health initiative that tests newborn babies for…
Newborn screening is an important public health initiative that checks for rare and serious genetic, blood, hormonal, or metabolic conditions at birth. The test collects blood through a heel…
617 words (source - 3% match) vs. 452 words (mine - 4% match) As our healthcare field continues to innovate and grow, we have seen more conversations regarding gene therapy…
Right now, there are only an estimated 10 people in Ireland who have been diagnosed with a form of mucopolysaccharidosis type I (MPS I) called Hurler syndrome. This is the…
On August 25th, 2022, the American Society of Gene & Cell Therapy held a webinar as part of its Lunch and Learn series, which is intended to help people living…
Currently, the standards-of-care for patients with Hurler syndrome, or one of the forms of mucopolysacchardiosis type I (MPS I), include enzyme replacement therapy and hematopoietic stem cell transplants. However, Medical…
Say what you will about genetic testing—or testing in general—but North Carolina is finally feeling out the waters when it comes to newborn testing. The state is currently piloting a study…
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