Ellen Matloff sits down with Everyday Health to discuss the past, present, and future of genetic testing. With advances in technology and research, genetic testing is becoming increasingly accessible and informative. However, there are still many misconceptions and...
A woman with a history of breast cancer and a family history of pancreatic cancer was diagnosed with Cushing’s disease. She was referred to a genetic counselor who found that the patient had a TP53 variant associated with Li-Fraumeni syndrome (LFS) that had been...
Considering a Career in Genetic Counseling: What to Know, Read and Listen To Basics of Genetic Counseling Who Are Genetic Counselors? What Genetic Counselors Do How Can Genetic Counselors Help Me Understand Results from Genetic Testing? How To Know if Genetic...
Newborn screening is a program in the US that tests newborn babies for various conditions that could affect their long-term health or survival. This testing has been lifesaving for many babies and families. However, there are concerns that states may keep the newborn...
The field of genetic counseling is expanding rapidly. The number of certified genetic counselors has increased 88% since 2006 (NSGC). Nine out of ten genetic counselors report being satisfied with their jobs (NSGC). The field offers countless different directions in...