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Britain launches genome database for patients' DNA | Reduction

Britain launches genome database for patients' DNA

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Up to 100,000 Britons suffering from cancer and rare diseases are to have their genetic codes fully sequenced and mapped as part of government plans to build a DNA database to boost drug discovery and development. Prime Minister David Cameron said on Monday he wanted Britain to "push the boundaries" of scientific research by being the first country to introduce genetic sequencing into a mainstream health service. His government has set aside 100 million pounds ($160 million) for the project in the taxpayer-funded National Health Service (NHS) over the next three to five years. "Britain has often led the world in scientific breakthroughs and medical innovations, from the first CT scan and test-tube baby through to decoding DNA," he said in a statement.

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Prime Minister David Cameron

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0.0100591Prime Minister David Cameron said on Monday he wanted Britain to "push the boundaries" ...
0.20174"By unlocking the power of DNA data, the NHS will lead the global race for better tests, better drugs and above all better care," Cameron said. ...
0.0605748"By unlocking the power of DNA data, the NHS will lead the global race for better tests, better drugs and above all better care," Cameron said. "If we get this right, we could transform how we diagnose and treat our most complex diseases not only here but across the world, while enabling our best scientists to discover the next wonder drug or breakthrough technology."
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Sally Davies

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0.151047Sally Davies said the new project and the 100 million pounds of funding for it "opens up the possibility of being able to look at the three billion DNA pieces in each of us so we can get a greater understanding of the complex relationship between our genes and lifestyle."
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Organization: NHS

Overall Sentiment: 0.342695

Relevance: 0.473378

Organization: government

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Organization: National Health Service

Overall Sentiment: 0

Relevance: 0.34977

FieldTerminology: DNA

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FieldTerminology: genome sequencing

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HealthCondition: cancer

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Country: Britain

Overall Sentiment: 0

Relevance: 0.352158

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