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Routine sampling and analysis of newborn DNA would enable screening for hundreds of childhood genetic diseases, but also raises concerns about privacy and ethics.

Richard Scott, chief medical officer, acting CEO and soon to be the new interim CEO of Genomics England, has delved deep into the work the organisation does and how AI fits in ahead of speaking at the inaugural Digital Health AI and Data next week. Speaking to host Jordan Sollof on the Digital Health Unplugged podcast, Scott discussed his background and career to date and explained the work of Genomics England and the importance of AI before previewing his session at AI and Data on Monday 30 Oct...

Oliver, one, (pictured) was just days old when his family were told he had cancer and would need chemotherapy.

The 100,000 Genomes Project has a massive database to help doctors and patients solve baffling medical cases and diagnose cancers.

The Pharmaceutical Journal from the Royal Pharmaceutical Society

Rare diseases in children would be much easier to spot said Chief Scientific Officer of Genomics England who predicted in five years all parents could have their babys genetic code read by the NHS.

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.

Government announces funding to create the most advanced genomic healthcare system in the world, helping to save lives and improve health outcomes.

The whole genome sequencing project in England will screen for around 200 rare genetic conditions in newborns.