Genetic 'Spelling Mistakes' Increase Risk of Common Cancers

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http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/03/130327132552.htm

Genetic 'Spelling Mistakes' That Increase Risk of Common Cancers Determined

More than 80 genetic 'spelling mistakes' that can increase the risk of breast, prostate and ovarian cancer have been found in a large, international research study within the framework of the EU network COGS. For the first time, the researchers also have a relatively clear picture of the total number of genetic alterations that can be linked to these cancers. Ultimately the researchers hope to be able to calculate the individual risk of cancer, to better understand how these cancers develop and to be able to generate new treatments.

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http://hms.harvard.edu/news/cancer-checkpoint-4-4-13