Huntington's breakthrough 'like winning the lottery 10 times over'
Published: 9/27/2025

A breakthrough treatment for Huntington's disease, a fatal neurodegenerative condition, has been reported to slow its progress by 75%. Gemma Botting, whose husband Matt has the disease, describes the news as winning the lottery 10 times over. While the treatment's availability on the NHS is uncertain, it brings hope to families affected by Huntington's, offering a chance for those with early-stage symptoms to potentially benefit from the therapy.