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Getting support for opening the ‘Pandora’s Box’ of DNA testing
DNA ancestry results can be emotional and unexpected, especially for people who have experienced adoption or out-of-home care. Now, a new guide explains the key issues and where to find support
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Hereditary cancer is more common than you might think
Understanding your genetic cancer risk enables informed healthcare decisions. Wendy Berill, facing terminal cancer, shares her journey to emphasise the importance of genetic testing
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The genetics of stuttering
Researchers have linked a newly discovered gene to persistent stuttering into adulthood – giving hope to those with severe speech disorders
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Personalising bowel cancer detection
Genomic testing can be used to recommend the type and timing of bowel cancer screening, but would people want to take a test predicting their personalised risk?
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Bringing the power of genomics to patients
Associate Professor Clara Gaff is the Executive Director of the Melbourne Genomics Health Alliance – a collaboration dedicated to bringing genomics, the testing of all genes, into healthcare.
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Go Figure
What do we need to know about online genetic testing?
They claim to reveal your ethnic background, help find your soulmate or even find the right diet – but what can online DNA tests actually deliver?