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I got DNA tested to see if I would pass on diseases to my kids

7 February 2018

Many doctors now suggest people consider getting their DNA checked for genetic diseases before starting a family. Alice Klein decided to take the test
We can now read the whole genome of a fetus in the womb

We can now read the whole genome of a fetus in the womb

7 February 2018

Knowing the ins and outs of our children's genetic secrets before they are born could help reduce the likelihood of many diseases – but could it be misused?

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