UK Set to Introduce Laws to Allow Three-Person Babies

The BBC reported that UK MPs have voted in support of creating babies with DNA from two women and one man. The procedure could help stop genetic diseases from being passed between generations.

According to the publication:

During the debate, ministers said the technique was “light at the end of a dark tunnel” for families.

A further vote is required in the House of Lords. It everything goes ahead then the first such baby could be born next year.

Proponents said the backing was “good news for progressive medicine” but critics say they will continue to fight against the technique that they say raises too many ethical and safety concerns.

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