SMA Newborn Screening Trial Launches in England | Manchester News

Starting this October, England will begin screening newborns for Spinal Muscular Atrophy — a rare but deadly genetic disorder — as part of a five-year NHS trial. Thanks to advocacy by Jesy Nelson, whose twins were diagnosed too late, the initiative aims to catch SMA early, before irreversible damage occurs. Led by Oxford University, the phased rollout will track hundreds of thousands of babies annually, targeting around 60 diagnoses per year. If successful, this could become permanent nationwide, offering hope for better outcomes and saving lives — following proven success in countries like Belgium and Scotland.

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