Pilot whole genome sequencing service: Bupa becomes first UK major private healthcare provider to pilot whole genome sequencing for selected UK customers, identifying risk of disease across more than 36 conditions including 10 cancers · ‘My Genomic Health’ begins as a two-year pilot offering more than 3,500 customers whole genome sequencing to identify their risk […]
WHO and partners are launching a global network to help protect people from infectious disease threats through the power of pathogen genomics. The International Pathogen Surveillance Network (IPSN) will provide a platform to connect countries and regions, improving systems for collecting and analyzing samples, using these data to drive public health decision-making, and sharing that […]
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“Well, Mrs Dow,” said the curly haired, highly recommended child psychologist from Harley Street, as he sat in my kitchen – “you’ve got a problem. Your daughter is mentally handicapped.” Our daughter Annie was 3 years and 4 months old at the time and still not speaking. Urged on by a concerned friend, I had called in […]
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