Every baby’s DNA to be screened on the NHS under new plans
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NHS plan for all babies to undergo genome sequencing after birth
- Labour plans to invest £650 million into DNA technology to proactively treat serious illnesses.
- Health secretary Wes Streeting stated this initiative aims to "leapfrog" diseases by predicting and preventing them.
- Reports suggest that within a decade, all babies could undergo whole genome sequencing as part of this drive.
- The investment supports the government’s 10-year NHS plan, which prioritizes technology, prevention, community care, and digital services.
- This strategy seeks to provide personalized healthcare, reduce pressure on NHS services, and follows a recent £29 billion annual increase in NHS funding.