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Undetected gene mutations passed down through family can play a major role in your health. BRCA1 and BRCA2 are tumor suppressor genes linked to developing certain cancers at an earlier age. According to a recent study published in JAMA, women who test positive for these genetic abnormalities may have a much higher risk of developing a combination of: […]

Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer for men in the USA, and family history may provide clues to your cancer risk. A recent Swedish study found that men with a brother diagnosed with prostate cancer have twice the risk of the general population.  The researchers also determined this risk not affected by severity of the […]

Families share a lot together including important clues to certain cancer risks. Your family medical history can be one of the strongest factors on your likelihood of developing cancer. Even though you cannot control your genes, knowing your family’s medical experiences can help inform choices that protect your health. And if you are ever in […]

Planning a day out on the trail or lounging at the beach? Grabbing sunscreen and a hat is the best decision you can make for your health. According to the American Cancer Society, more people are diagnosed with skin cancer in the USA every year than all other cancers combined. And many of these more […]