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Breakthrough genetic procedure could treat birth defects in embryos

Researchers say they've made a breakthrough in gene editing. For the first time, researchers have successfully repaired a genetic mutation in human embryos, which has the potential to prevent a birth defect. CBS chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook weighs in.
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