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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Christopher McKeon

Every baby’s DNA to be screened on the NHS under new plans

Tests will allow families to ‘leapfrog diseases’ rather than reacting to them, says health secretary - (Getty/iStock)

All babies could have their DNA mapped to test for future illnesses under a plan unveiled by the government, it has been reported.

Labour is set to pour £650m into DNA technology in an effort to treat serious illnesses before they become a problem.

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