Vice News: The Controversial Future of Genetic Testing

Originally aired: May 22, 2023 #VICENews #News

How far are parents willing to go to give their children the best chance at life? A new genetic test promises to reduce the risk of diseases like Type 1 diabetes in embryos. But it could also be used to optimize traits, like intelligence. VICE News explores the promises and perils of this technology. Correction: Down's Syndrome is not caused by a mutation in a single gene, rather it is a genetic disorder caused when abnormal cell division results in an extra full or partial copy of chromosome 21. Help keep VICE News’ fearless reporting free for millions by making a one-time or ongoing contribution here. - https://vice.com/contribute

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