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Jesy Nelson
Celebrity
Former Little Mix singer campaigning for newborn screening for spinal muscular atrophy after her twins' diagnosis.
Notable Quotes
"I cannot believe we are still debating this."View Story →
"If it's safe enough for 72% of England to get this tested at birth, then why is it not good enough for the [other] 28%?"View Story →
"After years of campaigning, it means so much. Today is a day of hope."View Story →
Related Stories
Jesy Nelson calls plan to test newborns for deadly muscle condition a 'victory'
All newborn babies are set to have a heel prick test for Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) in England.
July 16, 2026Jesy Nelson 'outraged' after MPs debate muscle condition that affects her twins
The singer says children face a "postcode lottery", as testing for the disease is staggered.
June 24, 2026