Breakthrough sickle cell gene therapy a distant hope in Africa

Breakthrough sickle cell gene therapy a distant hope in Africa

Gene editing allows scientists to precisely modify DNA at specific locations. Copyright: RawPixel. Advocates stress that while gene therapy is causing a buzz in wealthy countries, African governments must prioritise prevention, screening and accessible treatment NEWS ANALYSIS | JOHN MUSENZE | As Uganda rolls out mandatory nationwide screening of newborns for sickle cell disease this month, a gene therapy celebrated in the United States and Europ…