“TODAY” contributor, Jill Martin, recently shared an emotional revelation with the world – she was diagnosed with breast cancer. What followed was a story of empowerment, knowledge, and advocacy for ...
Dr. Mercy Laurino is a licensed genetic counselor and Director of Cancer Genetics and Prevention at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center. She leads several teams focused on genetics, prevention, and ...
Q: After my best friend was diagnosed with breast cancer, she learned that she has a BRCA gene, and that it put her at risk of getting it. Now she’s urging all of her girlfriends to get genetic ...
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My grandmother and mother, as well as an aunt and a cousin, have had breast cancer. Another cousin was diagnosed with colon cancer recently. It has been suggested that I undergo ...
In 2023, Jill Martin took a test that changed her life. She underwent genetic testing for breast cancer and learned she had a BRCA2 mutation, which increases one’s risk of developing breast and other ...
Western New York native returns to the area to help launch UB Master’s program in genetic counseling
BUFFALO, N.Y. – In response to the growing demand for genetic counseling services nationally and regionally, the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo has ...
For some genes, having a mutation can raise someone’s lifetime risk from 5% or 10%, up to 40%, 60% or even as high as 80%, as ...
Welcome to a repository of children's books discussing genetic conditions! These books were compiled to aid genetic counselors in supporting families and individuals with genetic conditions. This list ...
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