Breaking: FDA approves first gene therapy treatment for sickle cell disease, potentially helping tens of thousands with the inherited blood disorder

The FDA approves the first of two gene therapies this month to treat sickle cell disease. Though expensive and difficult, it promises a better life.

Advertisement Read in browser Fri Dec 8 2023 FDA approves gene therapy for sickle cell disease The FDA approves the first of two gene therapies this month to treat sickle cell disease. Though expensive and difficult, it promises a better life. READ FULL STORY→ Advertisement A Better News Alert We've redesigned your News Alerts to have a cleaner look and feel. Let us know what you think about it. SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS ➔ SUBSCRIBE TODAY Our Reporting. Your Stories. • Access subscriber-only content on all of your devices.   • Share a bonus subscription with a family member or friend.   • Read our universal eNewspaper - the digital version of our print paper.   • Experience bonus monthly magazines and hundreds of local papers. SUBSCRIBE TODAY Newsletters   |    eNewspaper   |   Crosswords Follow Us Problem viewing email? View in browser Unsubscribe  •  Manage Newsletters  •  Terms of Service  •  Privacy Policy/Your California Privacy Rights  •   Privacy Notice  •  Do Not Sell My Info/Cookie Policy  •  Feedback