Jesy Nelson's SMA Screening Fight After Twins' Diagnosis
Cat Deeley praises Jesy Nelson's bravery after her twins' SMA diagnosis. The singer fights for NHS newborn screening, backed by Health Secretary Wes Streeting.
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Cat Deeley Praises Jesy Nelson After Twins' SMA Diagnosis
Cat Deeley praises Jesy Nelson's bravery after her twins' SMA diagnosis. The singer campaigns for NHS newborn screening, backed by Health Secretary Wes Streeting. Read the full story.
Mum demands NHS heel prick test for SMA to stop paralysis
Portia Thorman's son Ezra survived SMA against the odds. She backs a Mirror campaign for newborn screening to prevent needless paralysis, as the UK lags behind 45 other nations.
Mum demands urgent NHS newborn test for SMA to stop paralysis
Portia Thorman's son Ezra, diagnosed with SMA as a baby, defied a two-year life expectancy. She backs a Mirror campaign for a simple NHS heel-prick test to screen all newborns, preventing needless disability.
Streeting Backs £5 Baby Test After Jesy Nelson's SMA Heartbreak
Health Secretary Wes Streeting praises Jesy Nelson and the Mirror's campaign for routine newborn screening for spinal muscular atrophy, a condition affecting her twin girls. A simple £5 test could change lives.
Wes Streeting praises Mirror's campaign for newborn SMA test
Health Secretary Wes Streeting has praised Jesy Nelson and the Mirror for campaigning to introduce a £5 heel prick test for spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) on the NHS, following the singer's delayed diagnosis of her twin daughters.
Jesy Nelson urges NHS newborn screening for SMA
Ex-Little Mix star Jesy Nelson campaigns for NHS to screen all newborns for spinal muscular atrophy after her twin daughters' late diagnosis. Learn why early detection is crucial.
Mum's plea for £5 NHS heel prick test to detect SMA
A mother whose son has SMA Type 1 backs a Mirror campaign for a £5 NHS heel prick test to screen newborns for the muscle-wasting disease, which could prevent paralysis and save lives.
Mirror Demands £5 NHS Test After Jesy Nelson's SMA Heartbreak
The Mirror launches a campaign for a £5 NHS newborn blood test for Spinal Muscular Atrophy after Jesy Nelson's twins were left paralysed. Join our fight to save 33 babies a year.
UK delay on newborn SMA test leaves babies paralysed
Britain lags behind 45 nations in testing newborns for spinal muscular atrophy. With treatments available, 33 babies a year face needless paralysis due to screening delays. Join the call for change.
UK SMA Test Delay Leaves Babies Paralysed
Britain lags behind 45 nations on newborn SMA screening. Gene therapies can prevent paralysis if given at birth, but UK delays mean 33 babies a year suffer needlessly. Join the call for change.
Jesy Nelson: 'I could have saved my twins' legs from SMA'
Jesy Nelson reveals her twins' SMA1 diagnosis and her anguish over missed early signs. The singer is now campaigning for newborn screening to prevent the disease. Read her emotional story.
Jesy Nelson's SMA plea after twins' diagnosis
Jesy Nelson reveals her twins' SMA1 diagnosis, saying early signs were missed. She's petitioning for newborn screening to prevent disability. Read her emotional story.
Jesy Nelson's SMA Screening Campaign After Twins' Diagnosis
Ex-Little Mix star Jesy Nelson starts petition for universal newborn SMA1 screening after her twin daughters' devastating diagnosis. Health Secretary Wes Streeting backs the call.
Jesy Nelson's Petition for Newborn SMA Screening
Former Little Mix star Jesy Nelson is launching a petition to add SMA to the NHS newborn heel prick test after her twin daughters were diagnosed with the 'horrible' disease. Learn about her fight for change.
Jesy Nelson starts petition for newborn SMA screening
Former Little Mix star Jesy Nelson is launching a petition to get SMA added to the NHS newborn heel prick test, following her twins' devastating SMA Type 1 diagnosis. Learn about the campaign and the vital early screening that could save lives.
Health Secretary to Review SMA Screening After Jesy Nelson Plea
Health Secretary Wes Streeting vows to review newborn screening for spinal muscular atrophy after Jesy Nelson reveals her twins' diagnosis. A simple £5 test could prevent paralysis.
Jesy Nelson's twins diagnosed with rare SMA condition
Former Little Mix star Jesy Nelson reveals her premature twin daughters have Spinal Muscular Atrophy. She vows to fight for newborn screening and shares their journey. Read the full update.
Jesy Nelson fights for newborn SMA screening after twins' diagnosis
Ex-Little Mix star Jesy Nelson campaigns for SMA1 to be added to the newborn heel prick test after her eight-month-old twins were diagnosed. Early screening can prevent severe symptoms.
Wes Streeting pledges review of SMA screening after Jesy Nelson plea
Health Secretary Wes Streeting supports Jesy Nelson's campaign for better spinal muscular atrophy screening in the NHS after her twins' diagnosis. Read the full story.
Jesy Nelson's twins diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy
Former Little Mix star Jesy Nelson reveals her twin daughters have SMA, a rare genetic condition. Learn about the symptoms, treatments, and the urgent call for UK newborn screening.
Jesy Nelson's twins diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy
Former Little Mix star Jesy Nelson reveals her twin daughters have SMA, a rare genetic condition. Learn about the diagnosis, treatment, and the urgent call for UK-wide newborn screening.
Jesy Nelson shares twins' rare SMA diagnosis
Former Little Mix star Jesy Nelson reveals her twin daughters have SMA type 1. Muscular Dystrophy UK praises her for raising awareness about the rare genetic condition and newborn screening.
Jesy Nelson's twins diagnosed with rare genetic condition SMA1
Former Little Mix star Jesy Nelson reveals her twin daughters have SMA1. Muscular Dystrophy UK praises her bravery and calls for urgent newborn screening across the UK. Read her emotional story.
Jesy Nelson's twins diagnosed with rare muscle condition
Former Little Mix star Jesy Nelson reveals her twins have SMA-1, a rare muscle disease. Doctors commend her for raising awareness of the symptoms that affect 70 UK babies yearly.
Parents push for NHS SMA screening after Jesy Nelson news
Following Jesy Nelson's revelation about her twins' SMA diagnosis, parents Rosie and Wes share their story, urging the NHS to add the condition to routine newborn blood spot tests to prevent life-altering delays.
NHS Screening Plea After Jesy Nelson's Twins SMA News
As Jesy Nelson reveals her twins' SMA diagnosis, a Yorkshire family shares their story of two children with the same condition, urging the NHS to introduce universal newborn screening to prevent irreversible damage.
HPV and Cervical Cancer: Expert Busts Common Myths
Consultant gynaecological oncologist Miss Adeola Olaitan explains the nuanced link between HPV and cervical cancer, debunks stigma, and highlights the importance of vaccination and NHS screening.
Hoy 'Saddened' by Prostate Cancer Screening Ruling
Olympic legend Sir Chris Hoy responds with disappointment to the UK's decision against routine prostate cancer screening. Learn why and what it means for men's health.
UK rejects prostate cancer screening for all men
The UK National Screening Committee has decided against a national prostate cancer screening programme, sparking disappointment from public figures and highlighting higher risks for black men.
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