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See all our infographics covering topics of genetics and hereditary disease

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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Who Is The Father of Genetics?

The father of genetics is Gregor Mendel. Mendel was an Austrian monk, whose experiments breeding pea plants in the monastery garden led to breakthroughs in our understanding of genetics and heredity...

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Rare diseases: Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

Duchenne muscular dystrophy, a rare inherited muscle disorder characterized by progressive muscle weakness and degeneration that leads to difficulties walking and reduces life expectancy. It is a sin..

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All about autism spectrum disorder: Understanding the causes, symptoms, and treatment

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurological developmental disorder that affects brain development and function. This affects how people learn, behave, communicate and interact with others, leadi..

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Women in genetics – a celebration of discoveries and contributions made by female scientists

Science has traditionally been a male dominated subject; however, women have also been hard at work in this field for decades. We put together this infographic for International Women's Day to celebr..

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