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A gene therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy caused complications to the liver, prompting a review of its use for younger patients. By Christina Jewett The Food and Drug Administration said on ...

Stronger muscles might be able to ward off some of the organ damage associated with obesity. People with excess body fat who also had stronger handgrip strength were less likely to develop ...

We’ve all been there – crying our eyes out during a sad movie or after a tough day, wondering if all those tears are at least burning a few calories. Well, it turns out they actually do! I’ve ...

Scientists present current evidence for a new gene therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy called delandistrogene moxeparvovec. AAN Evidence in Focus articles highlight the strength of the current ...

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