Know Your Risk: The Role of Genetic Testing in Colon Cancer Prevention
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and we at My Precious Genes want to raise awareness about this serious condition, and how your genetics can play a role as a risk factor for colorectal cancer. Genetic testing can be a major preventative measure for colorectal cancer, and a stage 1 diagnosis often means an over 90% 5-year survival rate.
Exploring the Impact of Heart Disease and the Role of Genetic Counseling in Shaping Cardiac Health
Genetic counseling can be key to assess and avoid your risk of heart disease. There are several cardiac issues that can be influenced by genetics. Seeing a genetic counselor allows you to analyze your risk of heart disease since understanding your genetic profile can allow you and your care team to create a comprehensive long-term plan to combat risk. There is, after all, a reason why family history is so important when it comes to heart conditions.