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In 2023, Jill Martin took a test that changed her life. She underwent genetic testing for breast cancer and learned she had a BRCA2 mutation, which increases one’s risk of developing breast and other ...

You might hear about your risk of ovarian cancer through an aunt, mother, sister or grandmother. For some, there are no signs of hereditary cancer in the family, but genetic testing still reveals a ...

We are at a transformative moment in oncology. Remarkable advancements have led to the identification of biomarkers that can predict treatment response, tests that can detect cancer risk before ...

For Josh Henderson, 66, of Olympia, getting genetic testing was a no-brainer. “The first time I came to Fred Hutch, my oncologist suggested it,” said the retired IT manager who received a metastatic ...

Genetic screening for prostate cancer can help identify inherited risks early, guide treatment decisions, and protect your family’s health. At Fred Hutch Cancer Center, we offer expert genetic ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Genetic testing can be accomplished for most patients with gastrointestinal cancer prior to starting ...

When a person with cancer finds out they carry an inherited genetic variant that puts them at higher risk of cancer, the ...

A study highlights a gap in cancer prevention, showing men undergo genetic testing less often yet are more likely to carry ...

Women are often juggling work, family, and social roles, leaving little time for their own health. The modern genetic and ...

Olivia Munn initially chose to keep her breast cancer diagnosis private, but she’s shared plenty of powerful details since ...

Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women, making up 30% of all new cases each year. Knowledge is power when it comes to detection and prevention of this disease: Genetic testing can play an ...