More Genetics and Genetic Disorders News

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  Two Genes Work in Tandem to Spur Deadliest Brain Cancer

  Scientists discover the duo turns on hundreds of other genes that help disease spread

  • Posted December 23, 2009
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  Gene Therapy Holds Promise for Emphysema

  In mice, single treatment offered lifetime protection against inherited form of disease

  • Posted December 22, 2009
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  Many High-Risk Women Refuse Breast MRI

  Though it helps ID early breast cancer, 42 percent in study declined free test

  • Posted December 22, 2009
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  Marijuana, Alcohol Addiction May Share Genes

  But that doesn't predestine anyone to abuse either, researchers say

  • Posted December 18, 2009
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  Leprosy Genes Identified

  Scientists pinpoint seven that increase susceptibility to disease

  • Posted December 16, 2009
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  Gene Variant Seems to Guard Against Asthma, COPD

  Study suggests it plays a role in reducing inflammation in the lungs

  • Posted December 16, 2009
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  Contributors to Heart Failure Identified

  Twelve variants seen in one gene, researchers say

  • Posted December 14, 2009
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  Five Gene Variants May Be Linked to Lung Disease

  Findings might lead to better treatments for asthma, COPD, researchers say

  • Posted December 14, 2009
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  'Nanosensors' Spot Early Signs of Cancer

  Blood-based technology could lead to quicker detection and treatment, study says

  • Posted December 14, 2009
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  New Hope for Brain, Spinal Cord Injuries

  Deletion of key gene could help nerve fibers regenerate, researchers say

  • Posted December 11, 2009
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  Genetic Test May Someday Help Spot Breast Cancer

  Positioning of genes could aid in detecting whether cells are cancerous, experts say

  • Posted December 9, 2009
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  AIDS May Date Back to Ancient Tiger

  Researchers find signs of feline DNA in virus

  • Posted December 7, 2009
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  Vitamin D May Be Tied to Heart Disease Via Genes

  Finding could aid in eventual development of screening test, researcher says

  • Posted December 3, 2009
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  Sperm Gene May Cause Men's Longevity Disadvantage

  Mouse study suggests the gene could be linked to life span in males

  • Posted December 2, 2009
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