Genetic Counseling Helps Determine Risk for Hereditary Cancers
Knowing your family history is a key part in understanding your risk factors for certain diseases. While you’re gathering with family this Thanksgiving, get to know more about your family’s health history and how it could impact your personal health.
Genetic counseling involves interpreting family histories and educating patients about inheritance, testing options, management, prevention, resources and research. A genetic counselor can help you determine whether genetic testing may be appropriate for you or your family. Read more . . .