Blog articles
NICE recommendations broaden patient access to cancer drug olaparib
The use of the targeted therapy has been expanded to include certain types of breast, prostate, ovarian, fallopian tube and primary peritoneal cancers
How the NHS will embed genomics into pharmacy practice
We take a closer look at the new three-year strategic framework for integrating genomic medicine into pharmacy education and training
A newcomer's takeaways from the Genomics Healthcare Summit
E-learning designer Jakob Whitfield offers two personal takeaways from NHS England’s 2023 summit on genomics in healthcare
Pharmacogenomics: The future of preventing adverse drug reactions
In the second part of our pharmacogenomics blog series, we look at how new research could lead to a more effective application of drugs
Point-of-care genomic testing suggested for stroke patients
NHS stroke patients would benefit from a one-hour genomic test, given at the point of care, to see if clopidogrel should be given, a NICE draft report suggests
A ‘world first’ in pre-emptive pharmacogenomic testing
Researchers show a 30% reduction in adverse reactions to common clinically prescribed drugs through pharmacogenomic testing
The NHS's new strategy for genomics: Five key takeaways
We look at the new ‘Accelerating genomic medicine in the NHS’ report and what it means for healthcare professionals
Reducing stroke risk with a genetic test
NHS Tayside introduces the UK's first routine genetic test for stroke patients, estimated to bring improved outcomes to thousands of patients each year
News articles
New framework for upskilling the pharmacy workforce in genomics
The National Genomics Education programme has developed a strategic framework with a three-year approach to integrating genomic medicine into pharmacy education and training
Popular funded genomics course returns
Healthcare professionals keen to learn about genomics can apply for a funded place on this popular course delivered by the University of the West of England
Events
Pharmacogenomics in the NHS: Future Prospects
On Thursday 7 March 2024 the Pharmacogenomics in the NHS: Future Prospects event is being held at The Spines, Paddington Village, Liverpool, with a focus on pharmacogenomics in the NHS
The Festival Of Genomics & Biodata 2024
The annual Festival of Genomics and Biodata returns to London on Wednesday 24 and Thursday 25 January 2024.