Blog articles


All I want for Christmas is... a family history

At a time of year when many of us will be getting together with relatives, we explore the value of talking about your family's health

Delivering results: the patient perspective

As genomic testing becomes more prevalent, the ability to deliver results sensitively is paramount; so what matters to your patients and their families?

70 years of genetics and genomics in healthcare

Our new timeline infographic illustrates how genetics, and later genomics, has evolved over the lifetime of the NHS

Day in the life: trainee genetic counsellor

In the first article from a new series, STP trainee Alice Coulson looks at the invaluable role of genetic counselling in today’s health service

Genome editing: Talking to patients

With genome editing hitting the headlines, patients may have questions about its applications. Here’s our concise guide for health professionals

News articles


Additional 'Genomics in Medical Specialties' films launched

Three additional films and supporting information illustrate the ways in which genomics is changing clinical practice across the NHS

Review our guide to returning genomic test results

We have developed a short guide for clinicians returning participant results from the 100,000 Genomes Project - and we'd like your feedback

Book review: My DNA Diary: Cystic Fibrosis

Author Lisa Mullan introduces complex genetics terminology in a fun and entertaining way for older children and adults alike

Genomics research and innovation fellowships awarded

Nine successful applicants ready to begin their academic research projects under the HEE GEP research and innovation fellowship scheme