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The UK NSC 2026 call for screening topics is now open
Researchers, clinicians, patient groups and other stakeholders can submit new screening proposals under the UK NSC 2026 open call which is now open until 30 September.
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UK NSC and NHS England seminar on evaluating the impacts of newborn screening for SCID
A recent UK NSC online seminar presented research on parents’ and health professionals’ experiences of severe combined immunodeficiency (SCID) screening as part of the NHS Newborn Screening Programme.
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UK NSC consults on screening for cardiac conditions associated with sudden cardiac death in young people
The UK NSC is consulting on evidence relating to screening for cardiac conditions that may cause sudden cardiac death (SCD) in young people.
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UK NSC: about the UK National Screening Committee
Information about the role and structure of the UK NSC.
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UK NSC: evidence, consultations and reviews
Information about how the UK NSC makes screening recommendations, and how stakeholders and members of the public can be involved.
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UK NSC: screening explained
This document collection includes information about what screening is, different types of screening programme, and the pros and cons of screening.
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The UK National Screening Committee (UK NSC) advises ministers and the NHS in the 4 UK countries about all aspects of screening and supports implementation of screening programmes.
UK NSC is part of the Department of Health and Social Care, the Welsh Government, The Scottish Government, and the Department of Health (Northern Ireland).
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