Recent items - Mayo Clinic: Genetics blog
Genetic study looks at longevity
14/07/2010 07:00
Researchers look for clues to predicting longevity through genetics.
14/07/2010 07:00
Researchers look for clues to predicting longevity through genetics.
Genetics predisposes some to colon cancer
11/06/2010 07:00
Genetics counselor can help with understanding risk of developing colon cancer.
11/06/2010 07:00
Genetics counselor can help with understanding risk of developing colon cancer.
Debate arises over ethics in genetics research
08/05/2010 07:00
Arizona tribe awarded damages after participation in genetic research.
08/05/2010 07:00
Arizona tribe awarded damages after participation in genetic research.
Judge rules against gene patents
15/04/2010 22:01
Key case involves genetic testing for hereditary breast and ovarian cancers.
15/04/2010 22:01
Key case involves genetic testing for hereditary breast and ovarian cancers.
Weight loss: What do genes have to do with it?
13/03/2010 07:00
Genetic test for weight loss holds promise, but diet and exercise comes first.
13/03/2010 07:00
Genetic test for weight loss holds promise, but diet and exercise comes first.
Pharmacogenomics: Personalized medicine at the corner drugstore
24/02/2010 07:00
Pharmacogenomic testing aims to tailor medicine for you.
24/02/2010 07:00
Pharmacogenomic testing aims to tailor medicine for you.
Genetic testing for breast cancer: Ancestry makes a difference
27/01/2010 07:00
Ancestry is part of the evaluation in genetic testing for breast cancer.
27/01/2010 07:00
Ancestry is part of the evaluation in genetic testing for breast cancer.
Should our genes be patented?
22/12/2009 07:00
Lawsuit challenges patenting of biological information such as genes.
22/12/2009 07:00
Lawsuit challenges patenting of biological information such as genes.
Exploring the causes of autism
02/12/2009 07:00
Genetics, environment play role in some cases of autism.
02/12/2009 07:00
Genetics, environment play role in some cases of autism.
Series of tests identifies cystic fibrosis
10/11/2009 07:00
Newborn screening is just the first step in identifying cystic fibrosis.
10/11/2009 07:00
Newborn screening is just the first step in identifying cystic fibrosis.
Predictive genetic testing: What are the risks?
05/09/2009 07:00
Should predictive genetic testing be discouraged, or would you rather know about getting Alzheimer's, for example.
05/09/2009 07:00
Should predictive genetic testing be discouraged, or would you rather know about getting Alzheimer's, for example.
Genetics: Prenatal testing looks at genetics
11/07/2009 07:00
Genetic counseling can help if you're weighing prenatal testing options.
11/07/2009 07:00
Genetic counseling can help if you're weighing prenatal testing options.
Genetics: Prenatal testing option on a slippery slope?
17/04/2009 07:00
Is preimplantation genetic diagnosis a good or bad use of technology?
17/04/2009 07:00
Is preimplantation genetic diagnosis a good or bad use of technology?
Genetics: Can a test steer children to the right activity?
03/03/2009 07:00
Genetic test aims to offer guidance to future success in sports.
03/03/2009 07:00
Genetic test aims to offer guidance to future success in sports.
Genetics: Family history can help predict risk
23/01/2009 07:00
You can start assessing your risk of disease by looking into your family medical history.
23/01/2009 07:00
You can start assessing your risk of disease by looking into your family medical history.
Genetics: How to discuss your family history
06/12/2008 07:00
Use these helpful tips to explore your family medical history.
06/12/2008 07:00
Use these helpful tips to explore your family medical history.
Genetics: Family medical history important tool
18/11/2008 07:00
Knowing your family health history can help you prevent disease.
18/11/2008 07:00
Knowing your family health history can help you prevent disease.
Genetics: Is discrimination something to be frightened of?
01/11/2008 06:00
U.S. government moves to take some actions prohibiting genetic discrimination.
01/11/2008 06:00
U.S. government moves to take some actions prohibiting genetic discrimination.
Genetics: Know your family history in assessing breast cancer risk
24/10/2008 07:00
Red flags in family history can help you assess your need for genetic counseling to evaluate breast cancer risk.
24/10/2008 07:00
Red flags in family history can help you assess your need for genetic counseling to evaluate breast cancer risk.
Genetics: Counseling, testing available
14/10/2008 07:00
Resources are available to help you get genetic counseling and genetics testing.
14/10/2008 07:00
Resources are available to help you get genetic counseling and genetics testing.