Federal ‘Sting’ Slams Gene Tests
An undercover investigation of some firms that sell genetic test kits to consumers found misleading test results and "egregious examples of deceptive marketing," according to a report published today by the Government Accountability Office.
The New York Times, Jul 22, 2010, by Natasha Singer

Beta-Thalassemia: Gene Therapy Breakthrough
Gene therapy may represent a safe alternative to current cures that are limited to a minority of patients. This research is not only crucial for developing a cure for one disease, but it may advance the entire discipline of gene therapy research.
Medical News Today, Jul 15, 2010

Know your pedigree: Family medical history holds key to your health
A decade after scientists completed the once unthinkable task of charting the genetic codes of humans, a simple low-tech tool may be more, not less, important for staying healthy.
Winnipeg Free Press, Jul 12, 2010, by Helen Branswell

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