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I have a 100 per cent chance of getting cancer due to a rare gene

A rare variant of a gene called TP53 means Tracy Hutchinson has an extreme risk of developing cancer anywhere in her body, causing endles…

Source New Scientist Story Brief Updated June 26, 2026
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A rare variant of a gene called TP53 means Tracy Hutchinson has an extreme risk of developing cancer anywhere in her body, causing endless anxiety and requiring regular whole-body MRIs and other screening

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