Two New Asthma Genes Discovered

Scientists have discovered two new genes which they say have strong links to asthma.They have established the impact of one of these genes, called GPRA, though the other remains a mystery.Other asthma genes have previously been identified, but with a weaker link, Science magazine reported.The findings could lead to new drugs, but some experts warned progress towards different treatments as a result of genetics was slow.Around 10% of adults and 15% of children in the UK have asthma. Though rates have risen sharply, there is some evidence that they are now levelling off in the Western world.

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