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Large-scale whole genome sequencing identifies six new cancer susceptibility/ resistance genes
Six previously unreported genes have been revealed to harbour rare germline mutations that associate with cancer risk. The study, published in Nature Genetics, 29 October, identified 34 genes associated with cancer risk, including four novel genes associated with increased cancer…
How race to track mystery gene with links to three cancers saved millions
Ten years ago, Tony Herbert developed a lump on the right side of his chest. The clump of tissue grew and became painful and he was tested for breast cancer. The result was positive. “I had surgery and chemotherapy and…