by Danielle Bonadies | Apr 30, 2021 | Genetic Journal
Originally published February 29, 2016 Lynch syndrome is an autosomal dominant condition. This means that a person who carries one copy of a mutation in any of the genes known to cause Lynch syndrome is at increased risk to develop multiple adult-onset cancers,...
by Danielle Bonadies | Apr 29, 2021 | Career Resources, Multimedia
Given the rapid and numerous developments in the field of genetics, there is a growing need for genetic counselors in nearly every area of medicine, as well as a need for students that represent all of us. This includes people of color, men, members of the LGBTQIA+...
by Danielle Bonadies | Apr 29, 2021 | Genetic Journal
The majority of melanomas are a combination of environmental and sporadic factors. However, approximately 10% of all melanomas are inherited. Could the melanoma in my family be hereditary? These factors increase the likelihood that melanoma is hereditary: Some family...
by Danielle Bonadies | Mar 30, 2021 | Press Releases
The digital solution will enable physician-initiated testing, greater clinical support, and better use of genetic counseling resources. NEW HAVEN, CONN. (PRWEB) MARCH 30, 2021 My Gene Counsel, a digital health company that provides innovative genetic counseling...
by Danielle Bonadies | Mar 27, 2021 | Genetic Journal
What does autism have to do with hereditary cancer? In most cases, nothing. But in honor of Autism Awareness Month, we want to highlight the connection between having a mutation (also known as a pathogenic variant) in a gene called PTEN and an increased likelihood of...