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Scientists a step closer to curing asthma

Author
Michael Sergel,
Publish Date
Fri, 24 Apr 2015, 3:11PM
(Photo: Stock.xchng)
(Photo: Stock.xchng)

Scientists a step closer to curing asthma

Author
Michael Sergel,
Publish Date
Fri, 24 Apr 2015, 3:11PM

A new discovery could be a game-changer for scientists trying to find a cure for asthma.

Scientists have worked out which cells cause airways to narrow when triggered by irritants.

They hope to use the knowledge to improve medical treatments for the condition.

Asthma UK research and policy director Samantha Walker told Newstalk ZB we could be close to a cure for asthma within the next five years.

"This research is relatively early. It's kind of proof of principle if you like."

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