Genomic medicine the future of health?

DNA sequences may well hold the secrets to better health. Profound changes in the practice of medicine are underway, being driven by rapid developments in several fields, particularly in genomics.

November 6, 2023

DNA sequences may well hold the secrets to better health. Profound changes in the practice of medicine are underway, being driven by rapid developments in several fields, particularly in genomics.

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DNA sequences may well hold the secrets to better health. Profound changes in the practice of medicine are underway, being driven by rapid developments in several fields, particularly in genomics. It is enabling us to better understand the genetic basis of diseases such as cancer.

Professor Daniel MacArthur is Director of the Centre for Population Genomics, based jointly at the Garvan Institute of Medical Research in Sydney, and the Murdoch Children's Research Institute in Melbourne. He joined Philip Clark from Washington D.C. where he’s been attending the largest human genetics meeting of the year, the American Society of Human Genetics.

You can listen to the full interview here.

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DNA sequences may well hold the secrets to better health. Profound changes in the practice of medicine are underway, being driven by rapid developments in several fields, particularly in genomics. It is enabling us to better understand the genetic basis of diseases such as cancer.

Professor Daniel MacArthur is Director of the Centre for Population Genomics, based jointly at the Garvan Institute of Medical Research in Sydney, and the Murdoch Children's Research Institute in Melbourne. He joined Philip Clark from Washington D.C. where he’s been attending the largest human genetics meeting of the year, the American Society of Human Genetics.

You can listen to the full interview here.

Disclaimer: This material has been prepared by ABC published on 6 November 2023. HM1 is not responsible for the content of linked websites or content prepared by third party. The inclusion of these links and third-party content does not in any way imply any form of endorsement by HM1 of the products or services provided by persons or organisations who are responsible for the linked websites and third-party content. This information is for general information only and does not consider the objectives, financial situation or needs of any person. Before making an investment decision, you should read the relevant disclosure document (if appropriate) and seek professional advice to determine whether the investment and information is suitable for you.

Disclaimer: This material has been prepared by ABC, published on Nov 06, 2023. HM1 is not responsible for the content of linked websites or content prepared by third party. The inclusion of these links and third-party content does not in any way imply any form of endorsement by HM1 of the products or services provided by persons or organisations who are responsible for the linked websites and third-party content. This information is for general information only and does not consider the objectives, financial situation or needs of any person. Before making an investment decision, you should read the relevant disclosure document (if appropriate) and seek professional advice to determine whether the investment and information is suitable for you.

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