Investor Presentaiton
Genomics in health care
With major advancements in genomics, we now have a much more detailed
understanding of the link between our genes and our health.
Genomics is the examination of all genes and how they interact with each other
and the environment. Advances in genomic knowledge and technologies are
providing new insights into the genetic causes of disease and is leading to the
development of new treatments and management strategies. These applications
extend from very rare conditions through to common, complex diseases such as
diabetes and cancer.
The integration of genomic knowledge and
technologies in the healthcare setting enables:
earlier and more precise disease detection
and diagnosis
earlier intervention
new treatments tailored to the individual.
The WA Genomics Strategy 2022-2032:
Towards Precision Medicine and Precision Public Health,
WA Genomics Strategy 2022-2032
Towards precision medicine and precision public health
released in October 2022, aims to provide a statewide, strategic approach to the
delivery of genomic health care in WA.
The development of the strategy was guided by input from numerous
stakeholders, including consumers, healthcare workers, researchers, and subject
matter experts.
The strategy's vision is to ensure the community benefit from the timely and
appropriate translation of genomics by enabling precision medicine and precision
public health. It aims to achieve this by coordinating and maximising stakeholder
efforts and has identified 5 priorities areas, each with an accompanying goal for
achievement.
Implementation of the strategy is currently underway. In progress is the co-design
of a Clinical Service Plan for Genetic Services of Western Australia. Also, access
to ultra-rapid whole genome sequencing is being facilitated for eligible critically ill
babies and children in intensive care units, and 2 rare diseases (spinal muscular
atrophy and severe combined immunodeficiency) have been added to the state's
Newborn Bloodspot Screening Program.
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