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NHS set to DNA test all newborns to predict disease risk

Over the next decade, the NHS in England plans to sequence the DNA of every newborn to identify their risk of developing hundreds of genetic conditions. This initiative is aligned with the government's strategy to shift healthcare towards prediction and prevention, set to be reflected in the upcoming NHS 10-Year Plan. This includes a £650 million investment in DNA research…
Ben Kemp
June 24, 2025
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Home testing kits for lifesaving checks against cervical cancer

Women across England who haven’t come forward for vital health checks will be offered home-testing kits as part of the cervical screening programme under the upcoming 10 Year Health Plan. The ground-breaking initiative aims to revolutionise cervical cancer prevention rates by tackling deeply entrenched barriers that keep some women away from potentially life-saving screenings, including a fear of discomfort, embarrassment,…
Ben Kemp
June 24, 2025
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Media Monitoring: 12th – 18th June

  “Value” to feature in NHS 10 Year Plan as whole system set to be “revitalised” It is expected that procurement and the importance of value will be referenced in the Government’s 10 Year Plan for the National Health Service (NHS) in England. Publication of the Plan is anticipated for early July, and it will reflect the determination of health…
Ben Kemp
June 18, 2025
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Patients sought for pancreatic cancer blood test trial

A new initiative aimed at assessing a blood test for the early detection of pancreatic cancer is now recruiting participants. The Safe-D study, taking place in Southampton is enrolling individuals with type 2 diabetes — a condition linked to an increased risk of developing pancreatic cancer. It is supported by Wessex Health Partners, a regional partnership bringing together Integrated Care…
Ben Kemp
June 17, 2025
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Axel Heitmueller appointed Prime Minister’s Expert Adviser on Health

Downing Street has announced that Axel Heitmueller has been appointed as the Prime Minister’s Expert Adviser on Health. The Prime Minister’s Expert Adviser will advise ministers and drive forward the Government’s vision for health and social care. Members may know Axel from his time working as CEO of Imperial College Health Partners and Executive Director of Strategy at the Chelsea…
Ben Kemp
June 17, 2025
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Media Monitoring: 5th – 11th June

   New technology should be paid for ‘like medicines’, says NICE chief executive The purchase of approved digital products and services used for diagnosing and treating NHS patients should be reimbursed centrally, the chief executive of the National Institute of Health and Clinical Excellence has told HSJ.   David Cameron: DNA test all sick children to build register Former UK…
Ben Kemp
June 10, 2025
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Alzheimer’s blood test can detect early symptoms, study suggests

A recent study has shown that a new blood test may be able to accurately identify individuals in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers at the Mayo Clinic in the United States have presented evidence that blood-based diagnostics can effectively detect dementia by analysing two specific proteins found in blood plasma. These proteins, amyloid beta 42/40 and p-tau217, are…
Ben Kemp
June 10, 2025
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