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Living with cystic fibrosis: A mother’s journey of strength and hope

Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a life-threatening, progressive, inherited condition that causes severe damage to the body, primarily affecting the organs of the respiratory and digestive systems. It is esti..

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Understanding Down Syndrome

Down syndrome is a genetic condition caused by the presence of an extra copy of chromosome 21. It affects physical growth, facial features, and cognitive development. While each person with Down synd..

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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..

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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..

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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..

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Hereditary disease: cardiovascular disorders

Cardiovascular diseases affect the heart and blood vessels and are a leading cause of illness and death. Some are hereditary, and genetic testing can help with diagnosis and determining the right tre..

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A timeline of key discoveries in genetics: from Darwin to The Human Genome Project

Genetics as we know and understand it today has been shaped, over decades, by the work of many dedicated scientists around the world, and they all deserve our praise and recognition. To illust..

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Hereditary breast and ovarian cancer

Cancer can sometimes run in families; in fact, it is estimated that 5-10% of all cancer cases are inherited. This includes up to 10% of breast cancers and up to 25% of ovarian cancers. The characteri..

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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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Liquid biopsy: a game-changer for cancer diagnosis and therapy

Liquid biopsy is a novel, non-invasive blood test that enables healthcare providers to discover a range of information about a tumor, such as early cancer detection, genetic alterations that lead to ..

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