US EditionNHS to Sequence the Genome of Every Newborn in England
- Health Secretary Wes Streeting announced that within the next decade, the NHS will sequence the whole genome of every newborn in England to predict and prevent illness.
- A recent research effort tested thousands of infants and discovered dozens carrying the BRCA1 mutation, which is linked to a significantly increased risk of breast cancer, emphasizing the advantages of detecting such risks early.
- The genomics programme forms a cornerstone of the Government’s comprehensive 10-year health plan, which aims to shift NHS care from treatment to prevention using advanced technology.
- Wes Streeting highlighted that breakthroughs in medical science will enable a shift in the NHS over the next ten years, moving from simply diagnosing and treating illnesses to focusing on forecasting and preventing them.
- While this £650 million investment in DNA technology promises personalised healthcare and reduced NHS pressure, it raises ethical and data security concerns around consent and future impacts on children.
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NHS Planning To DNA Test All New Born Babies
Every newborn baby in England will have their DNA mapped under an NHS plan to assess their risk of hundreds of disease. According to the Daily Telegraph, the scheme is part of a government drive [...] The post NHS Planning To DNA Test All New Born Babies appeared first on The People's Voice.
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