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Newborn babies to be screened for spinal muscular atrophy
Newborn babies in England will be tested for spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) starting Thursday as part of a national trial. The scheme aims to determine if adding SMA screening to the current blood spot test improves care for the condition affecting 60 to 70 babies annually.
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Community Safety · LondonLondon Ulez Cuts Pollution, Boosts Children's Lung Health
Children's lungs have grown larger and stronger since London introduced restrictions on the most polluting vehicles. The city's Ultra-Low Emission Zone (Ulez) has been credited with drastically reducing nitrogen dioxide levels.
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