Treating disease

Genetics-based research is already leading to new therapies and to a greater understanding of how genetic variations influence response to drugs.

Background


	A brief history of clinical trials Today's clinical trials evolved from trial-by-error studies of new treatments. 22/09/04

	Clinical trials Establishing the effectiveness and safety of new treatments by testing human volunteers. 30/07/03

	National Institute for Biological Standards Control An independent research institute responsible for standardising and controlling biological substances used in medicine in the UK. 14/03/03

	National Institute for Clinical Excellence A Special Health Authority for England and Wales that makes national recommendations on best practice in medical treatment and care. 14/03/03

	UK medicines legislation All medicines and medical devices must receive a licence (or conditional exemption) from the Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency before they can be released onto the market. 14/03/03

	What is a medicine? The boundaries between medicines and other products are becoming increasingly blurred, presenting new challenges to regulators. 14/03/03

"It would surprise me enormously if in 20 years the treatment of cancer had not been transformed." Mike Stratton

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