Gene Therapy Slows Huntington's by 75%; 5,000-Year-Old Tomb Found; Storm Brews in Pacific
A groundbreaking gene therapy has shown remarkable results in treating Huntington's disease, while another storm brews in the Pacific, and a 5,000-year-old tomb is unearthed in Spain.
In medical news, a breakthrough gene therapy developed by uniQure in Amsterdam and UCL has treated Huntington's disease for the first time. The therapy, currently in clinical trials, slowed the disease's progression by 75%. Huntington's affects 1 in 10,000 to 20,000 people in the U.S., typically leading to death within 10 to 25 years of onset. uniQure plans to seek accelerated approval from the U.S. FDA early next year, followed by submissions in the UK and Europe.
In archaeological news, a 5,000-year-old stone tomb was discovered in Spain. The tomb contained multiple prehistoric burials, offering insights into ancient funeral practices.
Meanwhile, in meteorological news, another storm, Buloi, is developing into a typhoon and heading towards the Philippines. This comes after Super Typhoon Ragasa caused mass evacuations and shutdowns in the region earlier this year. Additionally, three storm systems are forming in the Atlantic, raising concerns about the upcoming hurricane season.
A study has found links between daylight saving time and strokes, suggesting that the biannual clock switching should be abandoned. The study adds to the growing body of evidence questioning the benefits of daylight saving time.
The successful clinical trials of the new gene therapy offer hope to those affected by Huntington's disease. Meanwhile, the discovery of the ancient tomb in Spain provides valuable insights into prehistoric burial practices. As another storm threatens the Philippines, authorities are preparing for potential evacuations and shutdowns. The study on daylight saving time and strokes adds to the debate surrounding the practice's benefits and drawbacks.
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