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Explore our blog posts about the importance of hereditary cancer testing and reproductive carrier screening.
What I Wish I’d Known Sooner: Discovering My Genetic Cancer Risk and the Power of Early Awareness
A personal story of discovering a BRCA2 mutation through a family diagnosis. Learn why genetic testing and early awareness are keys to cancer prevention and empowerment.
What to Expect When Working with a jscreen Genetic Counselor
Genetic counseling is a service that provides you with important information about how genetic conditions might affect you or your family. There are a number of reasons you might seek genetic counseling in which a genetic counselor can help you determine whether a genetic test may be right for you or to help you better understand the results of a genetic test.
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What is a Genetic Counselor? 7 Facts You Should Know About the Profession
What is a genetic counselor? Learn how these experts bridge the gap between complex DNA data and personalized care with these 7 facts about the profession.
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Questions for a Genetic Counselor as we Celebrate Genetic Counselor Awareness Day
There are many types of genetic testing. Some tests might tell you if you are a carrier of disease, which means you won’t actually have the disease, but you can pass it on to a child. Other test results might predict you will develop a disease or tell you you’re predisposed
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This Real Housewife Agrees that Knowledge is Power
The world is an ever-expanding place. A new discovery is made every day. We are subjected to what some may call information overload. Here is what we do know: 80% of babies with genetic diseases are born to parents with no known family history of that disease. We also know that education and awareness bring about powerful change. Today, we have harnessed the power of social media platforms to educate and reach those we could not before.
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Evan's Story: Turning Tragedy Into Hope
When I gave birth to my first child, Evan, in August of 1994, my husband and I were elated. After nine long months of anticipation we were finally blessed with a beautiful baby. We joyfully watched Evan grow and develop normally for the next six months; he was such a happy baby, always smiling and laughing. We also had the normal hopes and dreams for Evan’s future.
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The Power of Planning Ahead
Discover how genetic carrier screening and IVF with PGD empower families to prevent Gaucher disease. A personal story of planning ahead for a healthy pregnancy.
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