NHS to screen newborns in England for rare genetic disorder

The test for the genetic condition will be included in the Newborn Blood Spot Screening Programme, which is performed five ...
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NHS to screen all newborn babies for life-threatening metabolic disorder

Hereditary Tyrosinaemia Type 1 (HT1) is a rare, genetically inherited disorder that affects around 7 babies per year in the UK. Left untreated, it can lead to severe complications such as organ damage ...
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St. Ambrose freshman inducted into national blood donation hall of fame

A St. Ambrose University freshman has earned a place among the nation’s most dedicated blood donors.Brenna Teerlinck was ...

Mysterious chunks of DNA called 'inocles' could be hiding in your mouth

Researchers have discovered giant DNA structures in oral bacteria, and data hint they could influence the function of your ...