Methods Our information derives from the experience of the regional genetic centres in 12
UK health regions and international comparisons reported in recent scientific and official …

Background The benefits of genomics and biotechnology are concentrated primarily in the
industrialized world, while their potential to combat neglected diseases in the developing …

A preliminary consultation about Scotland's first family-based, population DNA database
(Generation Scotland) involved 10 focus groups with diverse publics and a series of 17 …

Genomic medicine is being implemented on a global scale, requiring a genomic-competent
health workforce. To inform education as part of implementation strategies to optimize …

The United Kingdom is recognised worldwide as a leader in genomics. The use of genomic
technologies in the National Health Service (NHS) is expected to deliver faster and more …

Many disorders we encounter in clinical medicine have a genomic basis, from rare “single
gene” disorders such as cystic fibrosis, to complex, polygenic disorders such as ischaemic …

Since its inception, Critical Public Health has been at the forefront of debate concerning the
economic, political, social, ethical and policy implications of public health initiatives. This has …

Introduction: Clinical practice and research are traditionally seen as distinct activities that are
governed by different principles and processes. Innovative technologies such as genomic …

Background and objective: Genomics is moving rapidly into mainstream medicine through
clinical genomic testing and consumer-initiated online DNA testing. The aim of this study …

The 100 000 Genomes Project: bringing whole genome sequencing to the NHS Page 1 The
100 000 Genomes Project: bringing whole genome sequencing to the NHS In partnership with …