The Department of Health confirmed that England will implement the national newborn screening programme for SMA as part of an evaluation from the end of this year

Former Little Mix star revealed why her twin daughters' treatment for their SMA diagnosis was delayed despite bringing risks if could have a permanent effect

Former Little Mix star Jesy Nelson's children Ocean and Story were diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 1.

Jesy Nelson has revealed her joy as she announced the SMA Type 1 screening test will now be rolled out across the whole of the UK as a result of her campaigning.

'The Mirror has campaigned for SMA screening since 2021. From October, that campaign delivers as every newborn in England will be tested. This is a landmark victory for all…

The Department of Health confirmed that England will implement the national newborn screening programme for SMA as part of an evaluation from the end of this year

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Former Little Mix star Jesy Nelson has been the face of the campaign after her twins were diagnosed

Every baby born in England will be screened for spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) from October 2027 under a nationwide newborn testing programme, after the Department of Health and…