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Evening Standard
Jonathan McCambridge

Northern Ireland scientists lead study aimed at helping identify cancer earlier

The researchers say it will be the first of its kind to study prescription information comprehensively in the UK (David Davies/PA) - (PA Wire)

A new study aims to find a way to identify patients with early signs of cancer through medications they are prescribed.

It is hoped the project, led by researchers in Belfast and funded by Cancer Research UK, could help identify various cancers at an early stage when treatment is more likely to be effective.

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