Breakthrough in Gene Therapy: Dr Tom Massey on the Fight Against Huntington's

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In Two Minds

Justine Pickering and Professor Julie Williams

18 episodes

2 weeks ago

This is a podcast that will help you navigate the complexities of dementia. It’s presented by two friends who come at the subject from two very different perspectives.

Professor Julie Williams has spent most of her working life trying to understand Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Meanwhile, Justine Pickering understands the colossal human cost all too well. She lost her mum to a rare form of young-onset dementia before founding a unique respite project for families coping with the emotional toll of the disease.

In Two Minds brings you the highs and lows of the shared experiences of dementia. We’ll hear inspiring special guests and all about current research and future treatments.

Together, we’ll explore the challenges of coping with this disease and how to live well following diagnosis.

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Breakthrough in Gene Therapy: Dr Tom Massey on the Fight Against Huntington's

In Two Minds

28 minutes

1 month ago

Breakthrough in Gene Therapy: Dr Tom Massey on the Fight Against Huntington's

In a remarkable conversation, clinical neurologist and researcher Dr Tom Massey takes us inside the world of Huntington's Disease (HD) research, sharing the latest breakthroughs that have brought the scientific community closer than ever to a cure.

Just weeks after this interview was recorded, news broke that clinical trials Dr Massey mentions - involving complex brain surgery to deliver gene therapy - were a success, slowing HD progression by up to 75%. Tom explains the science behind this advance, focusing on the role of DNA repair mechanisms.

We talk about the big ethical issues around pre-symptomatic testing and hear Dr Massey’s reflection on the "awe-inspiring" families and patients who volunteer for invasive trials, driven by hope for their children and grandchildren. Tom talks about how his research is motivated by his relationships with his patients and how witnessing their decline has only driven him further in his search for new treatments.

This is an essential listen for anyone connected to HD or interested in the future of neurodegenerative disease treatment.

If you have any questions for Justine and Prof Julie. Email us hello@twomindspodcast.co.uk.
For further help and advice please visit
https://www.alzheimers.org.uk