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Developing a platform for genomic medicine in Mexico.

Gerardo Jimenez-Sanchez
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Mexico is preparing to develop a genomic medicine program focused on national health problems. Modern Mexicans result from an admixture of more than 65 native Indian groups with Spaniards, leading to a unique genetic makeup and a characteristic set of disease susceptibilities. Since 1999, more than 100 experts from different fields have joined efforts with government, academia, and industry to identify priorities and goals for genomic medicine in Mexico. The plan includes establishment of an Institute of Genomic Medicine with strong intramural and extramural programs. This project is expected to ease the social and financial burden of health problems in Mexico.

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Gerardo Jimenez-Sanchez. 2003-04-11. Developing a platform for genomic medicine in Mexico.. https://doi.org/10.1126/science.1084059

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