Philandra Costello 🇿🇼 🧬🧬

Lead Nurse
Central and South Genomic Medicine Service Alliance @CaS_Genomics
PROUD TO BE A NURSE

[Julian G Barwell @JulianBarwell]

A stunning article about genomic research by brilliant senior research nurse Dhanya Nair in UHL Connect discussing a day she spent with our team supporting work in Fragile X Syndrome treatment, digital self-management & care guides and the MILI cancer chemoprevention trial

[Philandra Costello 🇿🇼 🧬🧬 @PhilandraC]

Oh my gosh - how sad.

[433 @433]

According to Spanish media, Diogo Jota and his brother have died in a car accident.

[Genomics England @GenomicsEngland]

Sarcoma is a rare cancer that can affect the bones or soft tissue. Genomic research is helping improve understanding and diagnosis. This Sarcoma Awareness Month we will be sharing content to help raise awareness. For more, visit: https://t.co/bjfGIV4ELP

#SarcomaAwarenessMonth

[Genomics England @GenomicsEngland]

New research has uncovered 2 neurodevelopmental disorders using data from the National Genomic Research Library.

These findings have led to new diagnoses for patients and families, opening doors for potential treatments 🧬

Read the blog to learn more: https://t.co/HXbIrzgQQV

[Genomics England @GenomicsEngland]

Today we celebrate the vital role nurses play in genomic medicine. From guiding patients through testing to delivering compassionate care.

Revisit this podcast on how nurses and health visitors support patients after a genetic diagnosis: https://t.co/OKsTLyDISe

#NursesDay

[The Eve Appeal @eveappeal]

This International Nurses Day we wanted to thank our wonderful Ask Eve nurses, Helen and Tracie, for everything they do to support people with questions about gynae health.
#InternationalNursesDay #AskEve

[Duncan Burton @Duncan_CNO]

On International Nurses Day #IND2025, thank you to everyone who makes up our nursing profession. Supporting people throughout their lives and across all settings, you are the fabric of our communities and make a difference to people's lives every minute of every day. 💙 #teamCNO

[Dawn Butler ✊🏾💙 @DawnButlerBrent]

🚨 We did it — we’re changing the law!

So happy to say, on #InternationalNursesDay, that the Labour Government is adopting my Bill to legally protect the job title ‘Nurse’. 🥳

It will keep patients safe & ensure respect for the profession. Huge congrats @protectnurse.👏🏾

[Philandra Costello 🇿🇼 🧬🧬 @PhilandraC]

Happy #InternationalNursesDay to all my colleagues – especially those in #genomics.

Your care and commitment are helping bring personalised, inclusive care to life. Proud to be part of this journey with you. #NursesDay2025 #Genomics #NHSNurses

[Unique @Unique_charity]

We are calling clinicians to propose rare genetic neurodevelopmental disorders, which they will be willing to lead development of a new guide, with assistance of our generative AI model.

Propose a condition by 30th May:
https://t.co/MoipnIaH3K
@nwgmsa @mft_iMRare

[Target Ovarian Cancer @TargetOvarian]

Today is #WorldOvarianCancerDay 💜

Ovarian cancer symptoms can be easy to miss, but knowing them could be life-saving. Will you help us make sure everyone can recognise the #symptoms of #ovariancancer?

👉 Share this post!

[Meno Martha International Menopause Directory @MenoMartha]

Ovarian Cancer Symptoms Pattern
Ovarian Cancer Symptoms can be easily confused with other health conditions.

Trust your judgement and get any symptoms checked.

@OVCancerDay #WOCD2025 #WorldOvarianCancerDay #NoWomanLeftBehind #OvarianCancer #Menopause

https://t.co/47YesFGuPW

[World Ovarian Cancer Coalition @WOCCnews]

Jane Hill, Past Vice-Chair of the World Ovarian Cancer Coalition and Former CEO of @OvarianCancerOz is the 1st of our board members to welcome in #WOCD2025. Jane joins the call to get to #NoWomanLeftBehind on #WorldOvarianCancerDay.

[Philandra Costello 🇿🇼 🧬🧬 @PhilandraC]

🧬🧬 To incredible #GenomicMidwives. Proud to work alongside you!! Making a difference for families, turning complex science into clarity. @CreedKMW @wabbasy Denise Barnes @jo_hargrave #IDM2025

[Sickle Cell Consortium @SCCConsortium]

May is Women’s Health Month! 💖 Let’s empower women to prioritize health. For those living with sickle cell, staying informed & active is key to thriving. Together, we support each other’s health journeys! 💪🌸 #WomensHealthMonth #SickleCellAwareness #EmpowerWomen #HealthyLiving

[Unique @Unique_charity]

It's Undiagnosed Children’s Day! 🙌 🎈

Many families spend years searching for answers, living with the unknown, without a name for their child’s condition. Please consider sharing this post, taking part in a fundraiser, or donating to support SWAN UK’s work.

#SWANUK

[NHS Central and South Genomics @CaS_Genomics]

Our Genomics Learning Passport for Midwives is now live on the @genomicsedu site! Developed by our lead midwife @CreedKMW alongside a working group, it provides key resources & enables you to create a bespoke record of your genomics learning. More here:
https://t.co/pESN03bDKP

[Genomics Education @genomicsedu]

Are you a #midwife interested in learning about #genomics but not sure where to start? @CaS_Genomics has developed the Genomics Learning Passport for Midwives, designed to guide you through your learning journey, step by step. Check it out today! https://t.co/uQhjR8xoWx

[NHS Central and South Genomics @CaS_Genomics]

Are you a healthcare professional working in maternity? Our upcoming event will give you an overview of non-invasive prenatal diagnosis, so you can refresh your knowledge on the core concepts and find out what’s new 👇
https://t.co/mFHsreG2iO

[Cancer Research UK Health Professionals @CRUKHCPs]

March is #KidneyCancerAwarenessMonth.

Make sure you take the time to read our guide to support the earlier diagnosis of kidney cancer.

The guide has been designed for health professionals in England and Wales and contains practice information and tips to support your practiceMarch is #KidneyCancerAwarenessMonth.

Make sure you take the time to read our guide to support the earlier diagnosis of kidney cancer.

The guide has been designed for health professionals in England and Wales and contains practice information and tips to support your practice!