What are the ethical implications of gene therapy in treating inherited genetic disorders?
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Gene therapy for inherited diseases offers a chance to cure or vastly improve lives, but ethical concerns loom. While it could prevent these disorders from being passed on, safety, unintended effects, and access are major issues. Germline editing, modifying genes in sperm or eggs, raises the specter of designer babies and altering the human gene pool permanently. Finding the balance between using this powerful tool for good and preventing misuse requires ongoing discussion and clear guidelines.