Blog articles

Patient perspectives: the art of good communication

In the second article covering our recent patient panel event, we consider the issue that both panellists and audience members agreed was most important

Patient perspectives: managing expectations

Following our insightful patient panel event on 6th March, we explore the importance of preparing for the highs, and lows, of genomic testing

Hereditary haemochromatosis a 'stealth disease’

Recent genomic research has shed new light on the condition, previously thought to be low risk, prompting a review of screening regulation 

Counselling the code: genomic testing and insurance

Genetic counsellor Megan Rogers looks at the new Code on Genetic Testing and Insurance and what it means for patients and counsellors

All I want for Christmas is... a family history

At a time of year when many of us will be getting together with relatives, we explore the value of talking about your family's health

Delivering results: the patient perspective

As genomic testing becomes more prevalent, the ability to deliver results sensitively is paramount; so what matters to your patients and their families?

Polygenic risk scores: how useful are they?

Being able to predict an individual’s risk of common conditions is regarded by many as the holy grail. So, where are we now?

News articles

Competency framework for consent: reviewers sought

We are inviting feedback on a new competency framework that outlines the key elements required for clinicians to seek consent for a genomic test

Additional 'Genomics in Medical Specialties' films launched

Three additional films and supporting information illustrate the ways in which genomics is changing clinical practice across the NHS

Review our guide to returning genomic test results

We have developed a short guide for clinicians returning participant results from the 100,000 Genomes Project - and we'd like your feedback