In this series, ‘Genomics 101’, we go back to basics and explore some of the most important topics in genomics. In this blog, ...

An affordable new BRCA gene test has hit the market, but who should take it? — -- A new genetic testing kit that hits the market today is the most affordable, and arguably one of the simplest, ...

When you see a family with obese parents and children, could the cause be a genetic influence? Yes, but lifestyle is also a powerful influence. Obese parents may follow a lifestyle of overeating ...

Dr. Dana Zakalik, corporate director of Corewell Health’s Nancy and James Grosfeld Cancer Genetics Center in southeast Michigan, shared information about the role of genetics in cancer detection and ...

Genetics is just one of several factors thought to influence personality disorder development. Life experiences, family dynamics, coping mechanisms, and social learning may all be contributing factors ...

Experts estimate that genetic mutations account for about 10% of diseases, like Parkinson's, for example. The remaining 90% ...

“Look at my great-great grandfather with a mustache like mine,” my son said. Someone had uploaded a picture to the online platform about our ancestors. I gave my son a DNA test kit and he is waiting ...

Genetic tests for Alzheimer’s can detect specific genes linked to the disease. In most cases, they can’t definitively confirm or predict a diagnosis, but they can provide insight into your relative ...

Lauren Leffer: The link between our genes and our selves is complicated. We know the DNA coded in our cells is part of what makes each of us who we are. Tulika Bose: But genes aren’t the whole story ...