How 'three-parent babies' could be key to beating mitochondrial disease
Pioneering research in the UK could stop genetic defects in newborns – but the treatment is contentious
Source: telegraph.co.uk
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'Our son didn't have the energy to walk or talk, but now I can't keep up with him'
Genome sequencing and early detection could change the lives of children with rare health conditions, but the implications may prove testing
Source: telegraph.co.uk
Babies will get blood tests to see if they have rare childhood cancers
Experts say it has the potential to help 3,000 children a year in England if rolled out, helping many young patients before symptoms appear.
Source: dailymail.co.uk
New £105m scheme aims to speed up diagnosis of rare genetic diseases in newborns
‘We want to be able to offer speedy diagnosis, quicker access to treatment, and better outcomes and quality of life,’ Dr Rich Scott said.
United Kingdom Steve Barclay James Manning Steve Barclay Frances Flinter Newborn Genomes Programme Department Of Health Social Care
Source: thewestonmercury.co.uk
Genome sequencing trial to test benefits of identifying genetic diseases at birth
Study with 100,000 babies to look at faster diagnosis of rare conditions and how genetic data might be used
United Kingdom Richard Scott Sarah Norcross Frances Flinter Progress Educational Trust Genomics England
Source: theguardian.com
Latest civil service & public affairs moves – March 28
New appointments in the civil service, UK politics, and public affairs, via our colleagues at Dods People
Source: civilserviceworld.com
Why Covid kills some people and not others - scientists crack mystery
A certain gene has been found to double the risk of a person dying from Covid-19, according to new research from the University of Oxford.
Source: joe.co.uk