Experts crack cancer 'gene codes' (BBC)

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US scientists have cracked the entire genetic code of breast and colon cancers, offering new treatment hopes.

The genetic map shows that nearly 200 mutated genes, most previously unknown, help tumours emerge, grow and spread.

The discovery could also lead to better ways to diagnose cancer in its early, most treatable stages, and personalised treatments, Science magazine reports.

The Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center says the findings suggest cancer is more complex than experts had believed.

Distinct differences

The mutated genes in breast and colon cancers were almost completely distinct, suggesting very different pathways for the development of each of these cancer types.
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more: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/5325206.stm

[williesgirl]

1. Where's the American press on this - recommended

[eppur_se_muova]

4. Well, they had to interview Rush for another clarification of his denial of his apology for his...nt

[lostnotforgotten]

5. Science Is Banned Dogma Since Reagan In 1984

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[kanrok]

2. Great news

Kicked and recommended.

[eleny]

3. K&R

[lildreamer316]

6. KICK. Valuable, extremly important news.

Thanks for posting. My mother thanks you from the other side, too.