By Chase Beeler, Rachel Westman, and Devin Shuman New Developments A recent study published in Nature Medicine, and a follow up article in the New York Times, has added to and challenged our understanding of the genetics of Alzheimer’s Disease. Based on the data analyzed, this study is claiming that a specific variant in the …
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The recent update to 23andMe’s DTC test in September 2023 expanded their BRCA1/2 analysis to detect a total of 44 specific variants, including those evaluated previously1. This certainly will increase the detection of genetic variants in the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes for individuals beyond those who are of Ashkenazi Jewish ancestry. However, given that there are thousands of genetic variants in these two genes that are associated with hereditary cancer risks, it is important to recognize that the updated 23andMe test will still miss the majority of people with BRCA-associated hereditary cancer risks.
Photo credit Jill Martin Instagram A couple weeks ago, I received a message in a group text chat with friends and patient advocates. Janet wrote, “Jill Martin is sharing our message of inheriting mutations from our fathers!” Her sister Eileen shared, “I just watched it. It really touches home.” Jill Martin, lifestyle contributor of the …
by Julie Simon, MS, CGC In the new mini-series Limitless, Chris Hemsworth sets out to explore ways to combat aging and live a long and healthy life. It will come as no surprise to most that the answer lies in being active, eating well, and spending time with your friends and family. Sure, there are …
In 2012 when Dr. Jon Wolff founded Genetic Support Foundation (GSF) he envisioned the newly formed non-profit organization would provide “unbiased, expert and compassionate care for patients.” Not only does this year mark the ten year anniversary of our founding but this week in particular marks the somber two year anniversary of Jon’s passing. These …
Stephanie Meredith has a long history of advocating for inclusive policies and resources for individuals with a genetic diagnosis. She is the Medical Outreach/Lettercase Program Director for the Lettercase National Center for Prenatal and Postnatal Resources at the University of Kentucky’s Human Development Institute where she markets and distributes resources about genetic conditions such as …
Mark Johnson has a long legacy of supporting the genetic sciences through his professional work and his service over the past thirty years. Having earned an undergraduate degree in business administration with a chemistry minor and a law degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, he began his career as a business attorney but soon turned …
Mark Johnson: A Legacy of Innovation and Leading the Way in Genetic Healthcare Read More »
We’re excited to announce the new format for our annual GC’s Got Talent event! While changing times have facilitated the move to an online format, we’re glad to still host an amazing online auction. Since 2016, we’ve been celebrating the talents of our fellow genetic counselors while raising funds for GSF, the only non-profit dedicated …
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I’m writing today to ask for your help in showing support for H.R.3235 – the Access to Genetic Counselor Services Act of 2019. This Act, if passed, would allow for genetic counselors to be reimbursed for medically necessary genetic counseling services under part B of the Medicare program. The Problem Genetic counselors have advanced training and …
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