Blog articles
Day in the life: consultant in clinical genetics
In this third piece in our series looking at genomics careers, Dr Andrew Douglas describes a profession at the cutting edge of healthcare
Sequencing the enemy: the genomics of infectious diseases
It’s not just human genomes that interest us in healthcare – the genomes of infective organisms can help us identify, track and prevent infection
Rare disease, genomics and the future
In the run-up to Rare Disease Day, we outline what constitutes ‘rare’ and how genomics is used in diagnosis and management
Direct-to-consumer genetic tests at an all-time high…
… but how can healthcare professionals make sure they are equipped to support patients who are worried and distressed about their results?
Day in the life: trainee genetic counsellor
In the first article from a new series, STP trainee Alice Coulson looks at the invaluable role of genetic counselling in today’s health service
News articles
RCGP publishes genomics podcasts and webinars
The Royal College’s series raises awareness of the increased use of genomic information in healthcare and the issues facing primary care professionals
Genomics: transforming diabetes patients' care
It’s Diabetes Week, so a great time to learn how advances in genomics are improving the lives of patients with rare forms of diabetes
Grab your Pint of Science this May!
This year’s annual science festival brings leading scientists to your local pub to share the latest ideas and advances. Here, we've collated all the genomics events
Genomics Quiz: the results!
Last Friday we ran our 'Genomics Quiz'. Find out the answers…
Nurses and midwives: prepare for the NHS roll-out of whole genome sequencing
Carry forward your week of action pledge to learn more about genomics and its practical applications in healthcare by joining our flexible online course
UK Strategy for Rare Diseases progress report released
Report tracks progress made against 51 commitments in UK Strategy…