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A new genome screening study reveals cancer genes and genomic signatures that affect patient outcomes and can help in personalized cancer therapy
A recent paper published in Nature Medicine (1) aimed to identify genes and genomic biomarkers which can better predict outcomes and personalized therapy for cancer patients by integrating genetic wi..
Women in science. An interview
In honor of the international day of women and girls in science, we interviewed one of our very own, Dr. Evelina Papaioannou. Dr. Evelina Papaioannou joined Medicover Genetics in 2019 as an..
Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT): Current guidelines
Aneuploidies, such as translocations, whole or segmental chromosomal duplications, and deletions, are examples of chromosomal abnormalities that are estimated to affect approximately 1 in 150 live bi..
Medicover Genetics 1st DNA Essay Competition Winners
Here you can read the winning essays from the first, annual DNA essay competition on the subject of “How unfolding the DNA code can help with precision medicine”. In first place was Christina ..
How much of our voice and speech is genetic?
Introduction Our voices are as unique as our fingerprints! Although there are people whose voices might sound alike, there are no two voices exactly the same. Every person has their own characteri..
Side effects of the cold: how low temperatures can make some conditions worse
Not everyone likes winter. For people who do not enjoy the cold weather, or having to put on a thick coat to go outside, a winter can be a source of discomfort. Even healthy people are more susceptib..
Movember is all about men’s health
The month of November, also known as Movember, has been chosen as the month to raise awareness about men’s health. During Movember, men are encouraged to grow a moustache, or participate in an even..
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10 facts about DNA
Every year on April 25th, DNA Day celebrates the discovery of DNA’s double helix and the advances we’ve made in understanding genetics. DNA, or deoxyribonucleic acid, is the genetic bluep..
All about genetics
Timeline of cancer history and major discoveries
February, designated as Cancer Awareness Month, marks a time to reflect on the remarkable progress made in cancer research and to inspire hope for the future. From the earliest observations of abnorm..
All about genetics
Beyond the pink ribbon: A comprehensive look at breast cancer
Breast cancer is a type of cancer that originates in the breast cells. Genetic changes in the DNA of the healthy breast cells can lead to the formation of cancer cells which grow uncontrollably and f..
Hereditary diseases
10 facts about DNA
Every year on April 25th, DNA Day celebrates the discovery of DNA’s double helix and the advances we’ve made in understanding genetics. DNA, or deoxyribonucleic acid, is the genetic bluep..
All about genetics
Timeline of cancer history and major discoveries
February, designated as Cancer Awareness Month, marks a time to reflect on the remarkable progress made in cancer research and to inspire hope for the future. From the earliest observations of abnorm..
All about genetics
Beyond the pink ribbon: A comprehensive look at breast cancer
Breast cancer is a type of cancer that originates in the breast cells. Genetic changes in the DNA of the healthy breast cells can lead to the formation of cancer cells which grow uncontrollably and f..
Hereditary diseases
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