Cameron unveils plan to map patients – Video

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Cameron unveils plan to map patients
A drive to revolutionise NHS treatment could see up to 100000 patients have their DNA fully mapped. The Government #39;s project would focus on those with cancer and rare diseases. One hundred million pounds has been set aside for the programme in England over the next three to five years. David Cameron said: "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. "By unlocking the power of DNA data, the NHS will lead the global race for better tests, better drugs and above all better care." It is hoped any developments could then help save thousands of lives. Patients would be asked for their permission before their DNA is sequenced, and data will be anonymised before it is stored. The money put aside has come from existing NHS budgets, and will go on training genetic scientists, mapping DNA, and creating the systems for handling the informatioFrom:NightwalkersViewViews:0 0ratingsTime:00:51More inScience Technology

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