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Whole Genome Sequencing: Decoding the Language of Life and Health
Online , United KingdomJoin Health Education England to learn how whole genome sequencing (WGS) works and what it could mean for the future of healthcare with this free 3 week course, starting 18th October. This course has been designed for healthcare professionals and science/medical students who have limited or no understanding of the whole genome sequencing process and […]
What does genomics mean for families? – iHV webinar series
Online , United KingdomThe second in the “What does genomics mean for health visitors?” webinar series from the Institute of Health Visiting (iHV) and Genomics Education Programme (GEP). Highlights include. The importance of family history with practical tips and tools for asking about and recording family history including consideration of family dynamics, paternity, consanguinity, ethnicity, IVF, and reproductive […]
RCOG: Genomics in perinatal medicine webinar
Online , United KingdomThis free on-demand webinar from the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, will explore the use, potential and challenges of implementing genomics in perinatal medicine. Donna Kirwan, Midwifery Lead in NHS England and NHS Improvement’s Genomics Unit, will discuss midwives’ role in prenatal genetic testing. Who should attend: All clinicians in Obstetrics Allied Healthcare Professionals […]
Let’s Talk: Genomics Medicine Across a Lifetime
Online , United KingdomGenomic tests are already available in the NHS for use in many childhood and adult cancers, inherited disorders and rare diseases, and more tests are becoming available every year through the NHS Genomic Medicine Service. To make sure everyone for whom genomics is appropriate can access the tests that are right for them, it’s important […]
Lunch and Learn: Think Patient Care, Think Genomics
Online , United KingdomSession One: Cystic Fibrosis screening and diagnosis Join us for our first edition of Lunch and learn, a session for nurses and midwives focused on Cystic Fibrosis. Speakers and topics covered: Carrier testing Cathryn Moss, Principle Genetic Counsellor, St George’s Hospital This session will offer nurses and midwives a practical guide to Cystic Fibrosis […]
Lunch and Learn: Think Patient Care, Think Genomics
Online , United KingdomSession Two: Monogenic Diabetes in pregnancy Join us for our second edition of Lunch and learn, a session for nurses and midwives focused on Monogenic Diabetes. Monogenic diabetes is a rare form of diabetes caused by a mutation in a single gene and can often be misdiagnosed as type 1 diabetes. Accurate diagnosis and […]
“Everything you want to know about genomics but are afraid to ask”
Online Webinar , United KingdomThe NHS North Thames GLH and NHS South East GLH are delighted to organise and co-host this Bayer sponsored educational meeting and welcome healthcare professional attendees from our regional cancer clinical teams. With the aim to explore the benefits and challenges of mainstreaming genomic profiling and precision oncology pathways in the management of patients with […]
Lunch and Learn: Think Patient Care, Think Genomics
Online , United KingdomSession Three: Lynch Syndrome Join us for our third edition of Lunch and learn, a series of webinars for nurses and midwives to gain insight into how genomic testing is used across different areas of healthcare. Professionals will share their expertise of genomic tests available for patients through different patient pathways. Speakers and topics […]
Lunch and Learn: Think Patient Care, Think Genomics
Online , United KingdomSession Fifth: Spinal Muscular Atrophy Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a genetic condition affecting the central nervous system, peripheral nervous system, and voluntary muscle movement (skeletal muscle). During this session we will hear from professionals in the field on SMA management, genetic testing, and treatments available as well as hearing from a patient advocate. Agenda: […]
Genomics Education Programme New Webinar Series
Online Webinar , United KingdomThe first webinar and Q&A session in the series will be broadcast live on Tuesday 24 January at 5pm and will provide an introduction to gene-directed therapies and is presented by cellular therapeutics expert Dr James Patterson. The webinar and Q&A will cover: an introduction to gene-directed therapy modalities and strategies; the use of genetic approaches for ex […]