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Mojitos and an MRI: Meet the Americans who are getting health screenings on vacation
Americans are saving thousands of dollars by leaving the country for their health screenings and me…
Manisha Krishnan
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DNA Wellness to invest Rs 200 crore to set up over 100 cervical cancer screening labs
DNA Wellness will invest Rs 200 crore to establish over 100 cervical cancer screening labs across I…
PTI
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My children have the same degenerative condition. I wish I had gotten genetic-carrier screening earlier to get them treated faster.
When her son wasn't walking by 18 months, the author decided to look for answers. She took a geneti…
Kelly Burch
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Researchers reveal new genetic mutation cause of childhood glaucoma
Researchers have identified new genetic mutation which may be the cause of server cases in patients…
ANI
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Genomic testing firm Helix is offering free genetic screenings in Florida
By transitioning to more of a support role for research-driven providers, Helix is able to sidestep…
Zachary Hendrickson,Zachary H…
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An at-home DNA test promises to tell you what strain of weed is best for you, and what kind will make you paranoid
Endocanna Health offers a DNA test that tells you how to use cannabis better based on your genetic …
Andrea Michelson
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A little-known gene can affect your breast cancer risk, even if you don’t have BRCA mutations
A little-known genetic mutation was first linked to increased breast cancer risk in 2014, but guide…
Anna Medaris Miller
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A medical student discovered she had neck cancer during a class on cancer screening, report says
Gabriella Barboza, 22, was acting as a patient as her teacher demonstrated neck cancer screening, t…
Anna Medaris
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My 2-year-old son has a rare genetic disorder, and fewer than 30 people in the world share his diagnosis. It's terminal, but we're fighting for his life.
When I found out my son had a rare genetic disorder called TBCD, I started the TBCD Foundation. I'm…
PollyAnna Brown
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Blood tests that can detect cancer are about to hit the market. But experts are still waiting to see if they can upend deadly disease.
Two blood tests made by Exact Sciences and Illumina that aim to pinpoint early signs of cancer are …
Allison DeAngelis
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Is diabetes genetic? Both type 1 and type 2 are influenced by family history — here's how to know your risk
Both type 1 and type 2 diabetes have genetic components, and if a family member has diabetes, there…
Lex Harvey
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This Start-up Provides Genetic Screening For Newborns, Adults; To Raise Series A Funding In 2-3 Months
As for newborn screening, parents get the kit as soon as they register and after the birth of the b…
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Illumina is uncertain about the future strength of DTC genetic testing
Last year, 23andMe inked a four-year exclusive deal with pharma giant GSK to leverage 23andMe's mou…
Zachary Hendrickson,Zachary H…
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At age 27, I found out I have a 44% chance of developing breast cancer. Here's how I'm dealing with the specter of a diagnosis.
Two of my sisters were diagnosed with cancer in the same year. The disease will be a part of my lif…
Avery Hartmans
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A motivational speaker with a rare genetic condition is condemning a 'hurtful' TikTok trend that she says promotes intolerance among children
In a recent video, Velasquez suggested that parents use her photo to have a productive conversation…
Margot Harris
3 mins read
A new company plans to offer $25,000 genetic health screenings for the super-rich
Zimmer and others also pointed out that with all that genetic data, you might want some genetic cou…
Tanya Lewis
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Apple is reportedly rolling out a new perk for employees: free genetic testing at its on-site wellness clinics
Apple won't have access to workers' genetic test results, even though they're subsidized and carrie…
Aaron Holmes
7 mins read
7 steps to prevent cancer in women and what annual screenings could save your life
To help prevent cancer live a healthy lifestyle but also be sure to schedule yearly screenings for …
Katie Walsh,Jack Jacoub
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23andMe's newest cancer mutation test may be dangerously misleading, according to genetics experts
The problem with a genetics report comes without accompanying information from a doctor or genetic …
Erin Brodwin
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The golden age of at-home genetic testing may be over - but it's still a critical part of one of the biggest trends in how people will be traveling in 2020
Independent tour operators have also hopped on the ancestry travel bandwagon with new heritage-base…