Natera NTRA announced the commercial launch of Zenith genomics, a next-generation whole genome sequencing assay designed to ...

A Beaverton family that has spent years searching for a replacement gene for their son’s rare genetic disorder says they are ...

Shane DiGiovanna was born with epidermolysis bullosa, or EB, a condition he said is described as "the worst disease you’ve ...

The FDA proposes new rules allowing mutation-specific gene therapies to qualify for approval despite extremely small patient ...

Everyone’s favorite little blue pill may offer more than just a boost in the bedroom. New research suggests the erectile ...

Many psychiatric disorders are more biologically related than previously understood, having more genetic similarities than differences, a new study shows. More research is needed to understand how ...

"It's a slow-moving train wreck," Mike Graglia says about his 12-year-old son Tony's rare genetic disease with no cure. Caused by a tiny fluke of nature—a mutation in a gene known as a SYNGAP1—the non ...

Hunter Syndrome is a rare genetic condition that can cause damage to the body and the brain. It often causes children to pass away in their teens, but a UNC Health ...

Weizmann Institute study finds genetics may account for about 50 percent of human lifespan, more than double previous estimates.

Nick Jonas' neighbour Maya Kibbel recently died of Wilson's disease at the age of 30. The disease is a rare genetic disorder where copper gets accumulated in the body, affecting different organs.