Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 127277

Heart Diseases: Screening

Tabled: 14 April 2026

Answered: 20 April 2026

Question

James Naish

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, pursuant to the response to UIN 121786 on 23 March 2026, when the National Screening Committee will open the public consultation on screening for the conditions associated with sudden cardiac death

Answer

Mrs Sharon Hodgson

The Government recognises the devastating impact of sudden cardiac death on young people, families, and communities.In considering whether any screening programme should be introduced, the Government is guided by the independent scientific advice of the U...

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