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2020 has been a challenging year, but there have been some great stories of how #Genomics has been providing answers, helping deliver faster diagnoses and more effective treatments for patients. Here's some below
We had the uplifting story of Ellie-Rose who has made amazing progress after Rapid Exome Sequencing by
@ExeterExomes at @RDEhospitals https://twitter.com/NHSgms/status/1280521369390845961?s=20
@ExeterExomes at @RDEhospitals https://twitter.com/NHSgms/status/1280521369390845961?s=20
We worked with @GeneticDisUK on a powerful blog for @JeansforGenes Week about how #Genomics helped 'Bubble Baby', Rhys Evans, receive ground-breaking gene therapy for his rare immune condition. He is now thriving. https://twitter.com/NHSEngland/status/1305537756970520578?s=20
@NHSEngland Chief Executive, Sir Simon Stevens, launched a revolutionary cancer treatment that will target tumours based on their genetic make-up, rather than its location in the body, changing the way we think about and treat cancer. https://twitter.com/NHSEngland/status/1252580827944321027?s=20
We saw the launch of the 'Genome UK' strategy that will ensure we harness the power of #genomics to deliver faster and better diagnoses, more effective treatments for patients and will allow the UK to continue to be a world leader in this field https://twitter.com/MattHancock/status/1309788592919793665?s=20
We highlighted how #Genomics can help predict & prevent certain heart conditions, help detect if newborns may go deaf if given a certain antibiotic, preserve the sight of those with rare inherited eye disorders & help people like Jen live insulin-free https://twitter.com/NHSgms/status/1327536751326334976?s=20
This has all been possible thanks to the hard work, dedication and determination of everyone in the NHS Genomic Medicine Service, @GenomicsEngland and all of the other groups we work with. Thank you! Lots more to come in 2021!
