Blog articles

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Pharmacogenomics: The future of preventing adverse drug reactions

In the second part of our pharmacogenomics blog series, we look at how new research could lead to a more effective application of drugs

Point-of-care genomic testing suggested for stroke patients

NHS stroke patients would benefit from a one-hour genomic test, given at the point of care, to see if clopidogrel should be given, a NICE draft report suggests

A ‘world first’ in pre-emptive pharmacogenomic testing

Researchers show a 30% reduction in adverse reactions to common clinically prescribed drugs through pharmacogenomic testing

The NHS's new strategy for genomics: Five key takeaways

We look at the new ‘Accelerating genomic medicine in the NHS’ report and what it means for healthcare professionals

Reducing stroke risk with a genetic test

NHS Tayside introduces the UK's first routine genetic test for stroke patients, estimated to bring improved outcomes to thousands of patients each year

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

NHS launches sequencing pilot for glioblastoma

A new programme is bringing genomics-based personalised treatment to brain cancer patients for the first time

Personalised prescribing report: five things we learned

We share some key highlights from this week’s landmark pharmacogenomics report

News articles

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Popular funded genomics course returns

Healthcare professionals keen to learn about genomics can apply for a funded place on this popular course delivered by the University of the West of England

New genomics learning gateway for pharmacy workforce

Pharmacy professionals are invited to start their genomics learning journey with this handy new learning portal

Events

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The Festival Of Genomics & Biodata 2024

The annual Festival of Genomics and Biodata returns to London on Wednesday 24 and Thursday 25 January 2024.
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Festival of Genomics 2023

The Festival of Genomics London is the UK’s largest genomics event where people from all corners of the genomics industry meet to learn and share expertise.