Some couples face a dilemma. Because of their genes, there is a high risk that any child they have could be born with a life-limiting severe disability such as Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Talk about how a couple might respond to that risk. What would they discuss before deciding to have a baby?
Scientists have developed a system to help. An embryo can be tested to see if it carries the faulty gene. If it has, it can be destroyed. If not, it can be implanted and develop naturally as an ordinary pregnancy. Do young people think this is a good step forward?
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