Will mapping parents’ DNA help offspring or just freak people out?

The more we learn about mutations in our DNA, the more it seem like we’re running around in a dark room littered with sharp objects … and it’s just a matter of time before a baby gets loose in there!

University of Washington researchers want to find out if all this knowledge does us any good.

Just think what preventative action we might undertake when we know our entire DNA package. We can prepare early for heart disease, Alzheimer’s or prepare our family for the birth of child who will have special needs. Or, not have that birth.

Read the full, original story here: UW research: Will mapping parents’ DNA help offspring or just freak people out?

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