Scientists uncover clue to preventing, and possibly reversing, rare childhood genetic disease
Monday, April 2, 2012 - 19:30
in Health & Medicine
Scientists think they have found a way to prevent and possibly reverse the most debilitating symptoms of a rare, progressive childhood degenerative disease that leaves children with slurred speech, unable to walk, and in a wheelchair before they reach adolescence. The findings may also offer clues to treating other neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's.