davidd submitted, created time 8 months 2 weeks (sciencenow.sciencemag.org)

Scientists have discovered a genetic mutation that could explain why clinical trials of beta blockers have shown little benefit to African-American patients. Beta blockers block adrenaline receptors and slow heart rate, which can ease heart failure.

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