Prince Frederik of Luxembourg died from a genetic disease called PolG, but experts hope his passing could bring more ...

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Supporting children with genetic diseases is “crucial”, Health Minister Michael Damianos said on Saturday.Speaking at an event held to mark World Rare Disease day, he said the event “highlights the ...

POLG-related diseases disrupt the function of the mitochondria, or "powerhouses" of the cell — starving them of energy.

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Rare diseases - a medical condition so obscure that even your doctor has to Google. Despite their name, these diseases ...

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Prince Frederik, 22, was a founder and the creative director of a foundation that raised awareness of POLG disorder.

Cuts to NIH funding for biostatistical research would erode the United States' competitive edge, hindering the health, ...