Latest updates on our activity and achievements

Taking action on Rare Disease Day 2022

The Genomics Education Programme releases new awareness-raising resources and supports the launch of a new action plan for rare disease in England
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The Genomics Conversation 2022: ‘Lets talk genomics’

Not everyone needs to know everything about genomics – but the right level of knowledge and confidence can make a huge difference to how we communicate

New educational genomics game now available

Discover an exciting card game that challenges healthcare professionals to describe genomics-related terms in jargon-free language
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A new framework for developing the workforce

A new unified approach to identify workforce development needs, aligned to patient pathways across the NHS Genomic Medicine Service, is being piloted
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Genomics in Routine Care webinars now available on demand

Hear from health leaders in three webinars exploring genomics in nursing, midwifery and health visiting, now available to view online
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GEP welcomes new clinical director

Professor Kate Tatton-Brown takes leading role in HEE’s genomics programme
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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
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Delve into whole genome sequencing

Join us this October for a deep dive into this revolutionary genomic test and learn how it is being used to benefit patients
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Explore genomics in midwifery

Discover how genomics is being used in midwifery practice through this new and exciting educational resource
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Genomics in your Practice: a health and social care survey

Make your voice count and join other medical professionals to inform future training and education plans in genomics
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Facilitating genomic testing: new courses and resources

Are you accessing genomic testing for the first time? Try our new collection of online learning designed to prepare health professionals offering a genomic test to patients

The biggest #GenomicsConversation yet!

A record number of nurses, midwives and health visitors engaged with the programme during the recent week of action

Funded course for nurses looking to build their genomic skills

Nurses keen to learn about genomics and counselling can apply…
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From niche to necessity: genomics in routine care

The GEP will launch a new webinar series to support nurses, midwives and health visitors to learn more about genomics and how it can help in practice.

Master’s in Genomic Medicine: 2021/22 funding opens

The funding application process is now live for Master’s-level CPPD modules and qualifications in genomics at partner universities
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A week to champion genomics in healthcare

This June, the GEP's popular annual week of action returns to address key themes for nurses, midwives and health visitors
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Framework for communicating genomic results: reviewers sought

We are inviting feedback on a new competency framework that outlines the key elements required for healthcare professionals to communicate genomic germline test results
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Let’s talk about……. Genomic Testing

Discussing genomic testing with patients can pose many challenges, but our new film series will help you learn tips and techniques from the experts
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Genomics awareness survey: the results…

Your answers to our survey, conducted this summer, will inform…
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Genomics 101: Discover the role of genomics in healthcare

Curious about genomics but not sure where to start? Try our collection of free, short introductory online courses
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Twitterchat: What role does popular culture play in healthcare?

During this chat we would like to explore some of the common themes, myths and misconceptions perpetuated by popular culture around genetics and genomics