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Gene therapy drugs have the potential to cure some diseases, but some have a price tag of over a million dollars. Who gets access to them and who doesn't?

Dear Dr Briffa, I have patches of tiny red pimple-type gooseflesh on my upper arms and shins. Years of brushing my skin at bath time has failed to move them and I long to wear sleeveless clothing!