July 2023

Programme News

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Continuing the #GenomicsConversation

Last month’s #GenomicsConversation was a great success, and we’d like to extend a huge thank you to all our partners in the genomics community and beyond, and everyone who joined and supported during the week. We were delighted to see so many engaging with the campaign through our social messages and face-to-face activities. If you were unable to join in, you can visit our interactive calendar of activities and access all the resources we shared. As always, we’d love to hear your feedback, so please feel free to get in touch and help us continue the conversation in 2024!

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Webinar: A game changer for cystic fibrosis

Thank you to all who joined us last month for the sixth of our LinkAGE expert webinar series, hosted by Dr Ian Balfour-Lynn. The recording of how Kaftrio changed the world of cystic fibrosis is now live and available to access for anyone interested to learn how this therapy has been developed and the life-changing results for patients.

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Resource of the month: Film and animation

Did you know we have a number of curated playlists on both our YouTube and Vimeo channels? Check out our short animations and learn about genomics in different areas of healthcare, or discover a new career path! The videos also make a great teaching resource. So why not press play to start your learning journey?

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National Genomic Research Library

NHS England and Genomics England have created a short overview animation about what it means to contribute to the National Genomic Research Library (NGRL). Aimed at patients and family members with a rare disease or cancer, the video may also be useful to clinicians for educational purposes. If you have used this video to discuss the NGRL with your patients, Genomics England would like your feedback.

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Training: Endocrine Genetic Testing

A new one-day training event, Endocrine Genetic Testing, is set to take place on 12 September in Manchester. Endorsed by the Society for Endocrinology, the day will provide those working in endocrinology with training on how to use genomic information in routine clinical pathways and to better support patients with hereditary endocrine disorders. For further details, or to book your place, visit the event page.

Celebrating 75 years of the National Health Service

On 7 July, the NHS celebrated a milestone birthday. Founded in 1948, it was the first universal health system available to everyone and free at point of use. In celebration of the past 75 years, a number of local and national events have been planned across July. Check out what’s planned on the dedicated webpage. View our 75-year genomics timeline, released as part of the #NHS75 celebrations.

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National Genomics Test Directory June upate

The National Genomics Test Directory specifies the genomic tests commissioned in the NHS in England, the eligibility criteria, and the technology used to carry out the tests. NHS England has recently updated the test directory in breast and prostate cancer for patients who are eligible for treatment with targeted cancer drugs. If you have any questions about the test directory, please contact the team.