Jesy Nelson criticises ‘postcode lottery’ of SMA rollout ahead of key debate (opens original article in a new tab)

Jesy Nelson criticised the uneven rollout of spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) tests, calling it a 'postcode lottery' as a petition for the test with 150,000 signatures will be debated in parliament.

• Jesy Nelson criticised the uneven rollout of SMA tests, calling it a 'postcode lottery'
• The test would cover 72% of England, leaving some areas without screening
• A petition she launched for the test has over 150,000 signatures and will be debated in parliament