More people are turning to genetic counseling to understand their DNA and assess their risk for certain diseases. As part of ...

As prenatal genetic testing becomes more common, experts explain what these tests can and cannot predict, how parents should ...

Advances in genetic testing are improving the understanding of a variety of inherited cardiovascular diseases, but not all cardiologists are aware of the benefits and risks of incorporating genetic ...

PHILADELPHIA— For some patients with gastrointestinal (GI) cancers like colorectal and pancreatic cancer, chemotherapy can cause severe, sometimes life-threatening side effects in those who carry ...

Cabinet Peaks Medical Center is proud to offer a convenient, affordable, and accurate genetic testing option for men and ...

A Mayo Clinic-led team of researchers is solving one of the most frustrating aspects of genetic cancer screening — results that give zero guidance to patients on whether they are at elevated risk.

You may feel dejected when you are doing everything right, but still have to go through pregnancy loss. You may even think about whether there is something that you did wrong. However, when genetics ...

The NCCN's new resource educates patients on genetic testing for hereditary cancer risk, focusing on breast, ovarian, pancreatic, and prostate cancers. Advances in genetic technology, spurred by the ...

WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Novant Health suggests genetic testing for those who may be at a higher risk of cancer. Genetic testing may be suggested to those who have a family history of cancer.

For 10% of colorectal cancer patients, hereditary factors play a role, with higher percentages among younger patients.

(WWLP) – A recent Associated Press poll finds that people are considering using DNA testing to determine future health risks. More and more people in western Massachusetts and across the nation are ...

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KATV) — It’s a question so many women have asked: "If my mother had breast cancer, will I get it too?" But doctors say knowledge is power, and that power could save your life. UAMS ...