All Newborns in England to Be Screened for Spinal Muscular Atrophy Starting 2027

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16 July 2026 at 1:17 pm

All Newborns in England to Be Screened for Spinal Muscular Atrophy Starting 2027

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Summary

Starting next year, all newborns in England will be screened for spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), a rare muscle-wasting disease. This initiative, announced by the Department of Health and Social Care, is hailed by campaigners as a significant step towards early detection and treatment, potentially preventing debilitating symptoms.

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