England's NHS launches gene database to help families check cancer risk

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England's NHS is launching a gene database to identify individuals with inherited cancer risks. This world-first register will compare genetic information against 120 known cancer-linked genes, offering targeted screenings and personalized treatments to those identified. The initiative is part of a 10-year plan to improve cancer prevention and treatment, building on previous successes with genetic predisposition registers.


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