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10 Studies That Highlight the Importance of Rare Disease Research

Rare Disease Day is celebrated across the globe to raise awareness about rare diseases and how they impact patients’ lives. Michigan Medicine is working to better understand the mechanisms behind these rare diseases.
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3 Ways Genetic Counselors Provide Clarity on Eye Disease

Trained to interpret variations in your DNA, these specialists can help confirm a vision-related diagnosis and guide family members in gauging their own risk.
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Gene Therapy Treatment Targets Rare Mutation Tied to Blindness

: Advances in gene therapy are yielding new options for treating inherited retinal degenerations, giving retina specialists new tools — and new hope for patients and families.