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Recruitment: Opportunity for TWO GP Leads
We have an exciting opportunity for two GPs to support transformation of the health and care of patients and communities through a fast-changing national Genomic Medicine Service that will provide equitable and consistent access to services across the East GMSA geography.
NHS Genomic Networks of Excellence
NHSE has announced funding for eight new NHS Genomic Networks of Excellence.
Genomics Education Programme Patient Experience Survey
The Genomics Education Programme (GEP) has launched a new patient survey and are encouraging patients from across the UK with experience of genomic testing to take part.
Landmark national study supports use of whole genome sequencing in standard cancer care
In the largest study of its kind, scientists today report how combining health data with whole genome sequence (WGS) data in patients with cancer can help doctors provide more tailored care for their patients.
Monogenic Diabetes in Maternity: National Study Day
Calling all diabetes teams working in maternity in England...
Patient stories highlight power and potential of genomic testing
As part of their '12 Days of Christmas' social media countdown, the national Genomics Education Programme shared a collection of patient stories to illustrate the power and potential of genomic testing.
Revised genomic competence framework for UK nurses published
The National Genomics Education programme has published the revised genomic competency framework for nurses.
Join our Lead Midwife and PPV Chair at the Festival of Genomics and Biodata
We are pleased to announce that our Lead Midwife and Chair of our Patient and Public Voice (PPV) Panel will be co-delivering sessions at the upcoming Festival of Genomics and Biodata, which is being held from 24-25 January at the Excel, London.
Join us at the Nottingham BRC Conference 2023
Join us at the Nottingham BRC Conference 2023 on Friday 8 December where our Clinical Director, Dick Sandford will take part in a dedicated session on genomics / precision medicine.
We're hiring! Two Science Educator Leads sought
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the East NHS Genomic Laboratory Hub (GLH) as a Scientist Education Lead.
Podcast: Transforming the NHS with genomic medicine
This year Genomics England celebrated their 10-year anniversary, the NHS celebrated a significant milestone of 75 years.
Powerful new digital genetics tool to support diagnosis and care for cancers and rare conditions launched at UHL
A new digital tool for taking the genetic family history of patients, which can improve the process for diagnosing cancers and rare conditions, has been launched at University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust.
Our Nursing and Midwifery November newsletter
The November edition of our Nursing and Midwifery newsletter is available to read on our website.
Meet the Genetic Counsellors
For Genetic Counsellor Awareness Day (Thursday 9 November) we caught up with two Genetic Counsellors at a couple of our partner NHS Trusts to discuss their role, the impact on patients and families and some of the reasons they find their roles so rewarding.
People with Lynch Syndrome invited to share their experiences
We have just launched a Lynch Syndrome Patient Survey to find out more about your experiences of Lynch Syndrome diagnosis, genetic testing and management.
Expressions of Interest sought for Genomics Clinical Leadership roles (Primary Care)
East Midlands Cancer Alliance (EMCA) is looking for clinicians from primary care with an interest in genomics to clinically lead their genomics work as part of their growing early diagnosis and detection programme.
Three years after genetic diagnosis, little Eleanor recovers from successful organ transplants
We are very pleased to update on the story of three-year-old Eleanor, who was born with an ultra-rare genetic condition which meant her intestines didn’t work.
Respiratory Genomics Conference 2023
A conference to engage and inspire the international Respiratory Genetics/Genomics community and promote networking and collaborations. Early career scientists are especially welcome.
Genetic research was “the best gift” for our son
A family from West Yorkshire, who say genetic research was “the best gift” for their son, are supporting Cambridge Children’s Hospital, the first specialist children's hospital to bring genomic research, physical health, and mental health together, under one roof.
Genomics BITE: Cancer Genomics and United Against Prostate Cancer project
Our Genomics BITE session for November 2023 looks at Cancer Genomics and our United Against Prostate Cancer project, and is aimed at anyone working in cancer or urology services, or anyone with an interest in these areas.