Blog articles
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How can genomics combat doxorubicin-induced cardiotoxicity?
This week, we examine the role that genomics could play in reducing the number of child cancer patients who experience doxorubicin-induced cardiotoxicity
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Achromatopsia gene therapy partially restores children’s colour vision
A new gene therapy for achromatopsia has partially restored colour vision in two children, according to new research
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Genomics in midwifery: A changing landscape
We explore genomics’ real-world application and potential in a conversation with national midwifery lead for NHSE/I, Donna Kirwan
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NICE approves world-first MLD therapy
We explore a new gene therapy for a rare, fatal condition that affects young children
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NHS launches sight-saving NIPT test
A new genomic test can identify babies at risk of a rare form of eye cancer with almost 100% accuracy
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Rapid genomic test helps prevent newborn hearing loss
We look at how rapid pharmacogenomic testing is helping save the hearing – and lives – of newborn babies
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Polycystic kidney disease and genomic testing
We explore genomics’ role in the cause, diagnosis and treatment of a complex kidney condition
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Newborn screening: time for a genomic approach?
This week, we explore how genomics could help expand the newborn screening programme to test for many more genetic conditions
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Developmental disorder variants found in non-coding genome
This week, we explore new findings that link variants in the non-coding region of the genome to developmental disorders
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SCID gene therapy trial publishes results
This week, we look at a significant breakthrough for the treatment of severe combined immunodeficiency
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Start the conversation: genomics in health visiting
As part of this year's #GenomicsConversation week, we talk to Sally Shillaker about the vital role genomics plays in health visiting practice
News articles
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New genomics resources for health visitors
A series of iterative documents is now available to develop health visitors’ knowledge and understanding of genomics