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Jesy Nelson calls plan to test newborns for life-limiting muscle condition a 'victory'

All newborn babies are set to have a heel prick test for Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) in England.

BBC HealthJuly 16th, 2026 12:20 AM3 views1 min read
Jesy Nelson calls plan to test newborns for life-limiting muscle condition a 'victory'

All newborn babies are set to have a heel prick test for Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) in England.

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