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EPISODE · Jul 9, 2020 · 20 MIN

Decoding our DNA

from The Comb · host BBC World Service

African DNA is missing from most genetic studies. Sally lives with pain because of an illness that' is still poorly understood. She has sickle cell - a disease that mainly affects Africans. Scientists in Nigeria are trying to fix the problem. Thanks for listening. Let us know what you think. #thecomb Get in touch: [email protected]

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