Blog articles

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All about mitochondria: Donation and developing treatments

In the second part of our mitochondria blog series, we look at mitochondrial donation, how it works and the impact it could have for families
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Distinctive cancer-causing variant found in families from Orkney

Origin of distinctive BRCA1 pathogenic variant found during the Orkney islands disease study, ‘Orcades'
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Stories of rare disease: Introducing our new blog series

In honour of Rare Disease Day 2023, this week we’ll be sharing patients’ stories of living with rare disease and the role genomics has played in their journeys
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Marvel star goes public on his APOE genetic link to Alzheimer's

Chris Hemsworth recently revealed his APOE4 status, which he discovered while filming a documentary on living better for longer

News articles

Genomic testing for rare disease: Learn with the experts

Join a new cohort of learners supported by expert clinicians on the latest mentored run of the National Genomics Education programme’s popular course
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Genomics for allied health professionals: Survey results

Your responses to our survey will inform the development of genomics education for allied health professionals across England
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The biggest #GenomicsConversation yet!

A record number of healthcare professionals joined the conversation during our recent week of action.
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Explore genomics in health visiting

Health visitors can start or continue their genomics learning…

Genomics course for nurses and midwives: funded places now available

Nurses and midwives keen to learn about genomics can apply to join this popular introductory course delivered online by the University of the West of England

Events

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Genomics in obstetrics and gynaecology

Register for this new hybrid course developed by the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists to increase awareness and understanding of genomics and its application in obstetrics and gynaecology

Royal College of Midwives Annual Conference 2022

The 2022 RCM annual conference is a UK-wide annual event for all midwives and professionals with an interest in maternity services.
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Royal College of General Practitioners Annual Conference 2022

The RCGP annual conference is the leading annual event for GPs, practice teams and other primary care professionals.