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Newborns to be tested for deadly muscle condition

Published Thursday, July 16, 2026 · Updated July 16

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  • Campaign Success and Program Implementation — 2 sources

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From October 2027, every baby born in England will be screened for spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). This universal screening program, expected to test hundreds of thousands of babies, is a result of successful campaigning and will be led by scientists at the University of Oxford.

What We Know — Key Points

  • Every baby born in England will be screened for spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) from October 2027.
  • Hundreds of thousands of babies are expected to be screened for SMA as part of the study, which will be led by scientists at the University of Oxford.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

Campaign Success and Program Implementation
  • BBC News

    The article highlights the success of campaigners, including Jesy Nelson, in advocating for early diagnosis of SMA, emphasizing the hope this brings for future families.

  • The Guardian

    The article highlights the positive impact of universal screening on babies with SMA, emphasizing the success of campaigners and the government's response to concerns about unequal access.

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