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Zelboraf is the first treatment for melanoma that targets a specific gene mutation found in about half of all skin cancer patients. The FDA also approved a test to screen for the mutation. The pill is expected to be available within a few weeks.

It's expensive. A six month supply will cost about $56,000.

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