Monday 12th May 2025 is International Nurses Day. Below we highlight the important role nurses play in genomic medicine, as well as some events and links to further information and support.
Nurses are integral to the healthcare environment. Within genomics, they are able to play a critical role; listening to patients, observing symptoms, spotting family histories and referring through relevant pathways.
This month we are celebrating the vital role that nurses (International Nurses Day, 12 May), and midwives (International Day of the Midwife, 5 May) play - not just in patient care, but in shaping the future of genomic medicine.
From taking detailed family histories to identifying inherited conditions, nurses and midwives are at the frontline of genomic healthcare. Whether supporting informed reproductive decisions, recognising genetic risks in newborns, or guiding patients through precision medicine, their expertise is essential in translating genomic insights into meaningful care. As genomics continues to transform healthcare, nurses and midwives stand as advocates, educators, and innovators—ensuring that every patient receives care tailored to their unique genetic story.
Thank you for your dedication, compassion, and ever-growing impact on the field of genomics.
Jo Hargrave, Lead Midwife, East GMSA
Webinar: 13 May 2025
Join colleagues from Central and South Genomic Medicine Service for a webinar celebrating the nurses and midwives who keep our health services running, and find out more about application of genomics within both professions. Attendees can expect to hear about topics including:
- Genomics in maternity care from pre-conception to newborn
- The midwife’s role in genomics research
- Nursing career progression in genomics
Find out more and book your free place here. (opens in a new tab)
Watch our short IND 2025 video
Reflections on the importance of genomics in nursing from colleagues across the East Midlands and East of England
Link: https://youtu.be/gbc7XIqoD1Q?si=joiKbBRz9r3qNAQS
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