Lynch Syndrome Project Webinar – 2 July

June 7, 2024

Lynch syndrome is an inherited condition that causes people to have a higher lifetime risk of colorectal, endometrial, and other cancers. 1 in 400 people in the UK are affected by Lynch syndrome, but only an estimated 5% of those people have been diagnosed.

On Tuesday 2 July, Central and South Genomics is hosting a webinar to update healthcare professionals in our region on the project and discuss developments in diagnosis and treatment.

Alongside North Thames and South East Genomic Medicine Service Alliances, Central and South Genomics is working on the project to improve the identification and management of Lynch Syndrome, bridging the gap in testing and diagnosis of Lynch Syndrome and supporting the early detection of cancer and access to personalised care.

The aim of the project is to test every patient who develops bowel or endometrial cancer for Lynch syndrome; and then to embed new pathways for onward testing, surveillance and referrals for positive patients and their families. The project aims to improve early detection of cancers as well as personalised medical care.

Join Central and South Genomics on Tuesday 2 July 2024 to learn more about this crucial project. Please register here.