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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.

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'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.

Streeting Backs Jesy Nelson's SMA Screening Call

Health Secretary Wes Streeting pledges to review NHS screening for spinal muscular atrophy after former Little Mix star Jesy Nelson reveals her twin daughters' diagnosis. Read more.

AI Tongue Scans Spot Early Disease Signs with 90% Accuracy

Artificial intelligence can now analyse tongue colour and texture to detect early signs of diabetes and stomach cancer with up to 90% accuracy, a major review finds. Discover how this tech could soon assist UK doctors.

Nestlé recalls baby formula over toxin concerns

Nestlé urgently recalls SMA infant formula batches due to potential cereulide toxin contamination. The FSA warns parents to stop use immediately and seek medical advice if concerned.

Nestle Recalls Baby Formula Over Toxin Fears

Nestle urgently recalls SMA baby formula in the UK due to potential cereulide toxin contamination. Check the full list of affected batches and seek medical advice if concerned.

Nestle Recalls Baby Formula Over Toxin Fears

Nestle urgently recalls several SMA baby formula batches in the UK due to potential cereulide toxin contamination. Check the full list and seek medical advice if concerned.

Jesy Nelson's twins diagnosed with rare SMA disease

Former Little Mix star Jesy Nelson reveals her newborn twins have SMA Type 1. Experts explain the crucial early warning signs of this rare genetic condition that all parents should watch for.

Jesy Nelson's twins diagnosed with rare muscle disease

Former Little Mix star Jesy Nelson reveals her eight-month-old twin daughters have been diagnosed with the severe SMA Type 1. She says doctors initially dismissed her concerns. Read her heartbreaking story.

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