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BlogBreast cancer screening – debate continues
19 August 2020
A long-term study finds that offering breast cancer screening from age 40 would save women's lives. However, these findings are being contested
NewsLegal ruling restricts international sharing of genomic data
13 August 2020
A new judgment from the Court of Justice of the European Union has profound and wide-ranging implications for the international transfer of genomic data.
BlogPolicy and priorities for genomic medicine in Hong Kong
7 August 2020
The UK is a global leader in genomics, but other countries are increasing their focus and capability in this area
BlogRapid exome sequencing for paediatric precision medicine
3 August 2020
A new paper outlines the use of rapid whole exome-sequencing (rWES) for children in Hong Kong, finding it improved clinical care and reduced costs.
BlogThe relevance of coronavirus mutation
28 July 2020
Monitoring the coronavirus genome for changes can provide information which could have policy implications for lockdown and social distancing measures
NewsRegulating genomic data in research and healthcare
6 July 2020
New research highlights important issues for the proportionate regulation of genomic data in medical research and healthcare
NewsPHG Foundation provides AI expertise for cancer project
3 July 2020
Project DELTA aims to diagnose up to 50% of cases of oesophageal cancer earlier, leading to improvements in survival and economic benefits for the NHS.