What’s Autism Got To Do With It?

What’s Autism Got To Do With It?

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...
Beyond BRCA: Cowden Syndrome (PTEN)

Beyond BRCA: Cowden Syndrome (PTEN)

This is part of a series of articles written to highlight rare hereditary cancer syndromes. In this interview, Heather shares her story of living with Cowden syndrome. Genetic Counseling Note: People who have a mutation (also known as a pathogenic variant) in the PTEN...
National Cancer Survivors Day

National Cancer Survivors Day

Updated May 30, 2019 National Cancer Survivors Day is June 2, 2019. To celebrate, we have compiled quotes from cancer survivors and families to educate and inspire others. “I’ve always viewed my family history and genetic information as another tool – knowledge is...