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BlogAre data trusts trustworthy?Wednesday August 3, 2022Data is vital to health innovation but there remains a common feeling of mistrust in those who hold that data. Dr Elizabeth Redrup Hill considers why and what can be done to engender greater trust.
BlogSequencing monkeypoxMonday July 25, 2022Over the weekend the WHO declared the monkeypox outbreak a “public health emergency of international concern”.
BlogHost genomics beyond the pandemicFriday July 8, 2022Host genomics has been a central player in the various approaches to untangle the complex biology of COVID-19.
BlogData-driven research saves livesTuesday July 5, 2022One important driver for the profusion of new NHS data and digital policy is the recognition that it can enable improvements in health experiences and outcomes.
BlogData and digital transformation in the NHSFriday July 1, 2022Following on from the Goldacre Review on health data for research and the updated Data saves lives policy paper, Health Secretary Sajid Javid this week also launched new digital health and social care plan
BlogLiquid biopsies for adjuvant therapy: a better tool for a difficult decisionWednesday June 29, 2022Liquid biopsies to detect ctDNA may be useful for a variety of purposes
BlogData saves lives: building trust in NHS data useWednesday June 15, 2022This UK government Department of Health and Social Care has released the newly updated version of the Data saves lives: reshaping health and care with data strategy for the NHS.
BlogBringing diversity to the reference genomeTuesday June 7, 2022A person’s genome has over 6 billion base pairs. Small differences in those genomes play a role in making each individual unique, including their health.
BlogPolygenic scores – from risk models to clinical assaysThursday May 12, 2022A consistent message in our reports has been that to deliver PGS-based tests or assays into clinical care effectively and efficiently, policy-makers and health professionals need clarity about these technologies and the purpose of their use.
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