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UK NSC consults on repeat screening for syphilis in pregnancy 

Posted by: Mike Harris, Posted on: 5 October 2026 - Categories: Antenatal screening, UK National Screening Committee

The UK NSC has opened a public consultation on repeat screening for syphilis in pregnancy.

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Understanding surrogate outcomes in cancer screening research trials

Posted by: UK NSC Secretariat team, Posted on: 1 October 2026 - Categories: UK National Screening Committee

Cancer Research UK event gives insight into UK NSC position on use of surrogate outcomes in cancer screening trials.

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Rollout begins of in-service evaluation of SMA screening in England

Posted by: UK NSC Secretariat team, Posted on: 1 October 2026 - Categories: Newborn Blood Spot Screening, UK National Screening Committee

The in-service evaluation of newborn screening for spinal muscular atrophy is under way in NHS services in England.

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