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Get the Conversation Started—Thanksgiving is Also National Family Health History Day

It may not be the first thing that comes to mind when celebrating the holiday, but with the relatives gathered around the table there really is no bet...

Why Aren’t More Patients with Cancer Undergoing Genetic Testing?

According to a new study, only 6.8% of patients were tested for inheritable genetic variants

Moffitt Expands Genetic Counseling Services

Pediatric and Young Adult GeneHome Clinic helps families navigate hereditary cancer predispositions

Rays Pitcher Set to Return Following Germ Cell Tumor Diagnosis

David Hess said he has been “cured” and cleared for all activity

PALB2 Gene Linked to Ovarian, Breast Cancers

Modern era of genetic analysis goes beyond BRCA

Ovarian Cancer: What You Need to Know

Moffitt experts answer your questions

Researching Answers in Africa

Ghana collaboration takes aim at cancer disparities

CNN’s Christiane Amanpour Shares Ovarian Cancer Diagnosis

TV news anchor urges women to “always listen to your bodies”

Moffitt’s GeneHome Clinic Offers Treatment Options for Younger Patient Population

Clinic is the first of its kind in Florida to provide a multidisciplinary approach for children with hereditary cancers

Lynch Syndrome: A Common and Underdiagnosed Genetic Risk for Colorectal Cancer

Approximately 1 out of every 280 people are born with the genetic predisposition to cancer

5 Myths About Genetic Testing

Get all the facts on genetic counseling

Beyond BRCA: Know Your Inherited Cancer Risk

Genetic testing for inherited breast cancer risk includes more than BRCA1 & BRCA2

Genetic Counseling Goes Virtual

Counselors find new ways to connect with patients over video chat

Precision Prevention to Reduce Melanoma in Hispanics

Moffitt study uses gene variant to arm those at higher risk with prevention information

Can Gene Editing Improve Cellular Immunotherapy?

New study suggests CRISPR edited cells can be used to enhance T cell receptor therapy

Behind the Microscope

Pathologists — the 'doctor's doctor' — are using next generation genetic testing to provide better diagnosis and treatment options.

What’s in Your Genes?

Genetic screening offers options for prevention, early detection and treatment

Personalizing Breast Cancer Radiation Treatment

Moffitt physician-scientists have developed a tool to predict risk and optimize radiation therapy.

Men with Faulty Gene at Double Risk of Prostate Cancer

Carriers also have more aggressive tumors and are diagnosed younger

What it Means to be a Previvor

Genetic screening helps patients take their health into their own hands.

Beyoncé’s Father Battling Breast Cancer

Genetic testing discovered BRCA2 mutation, which means a higher risk his family. “From a man’s perspective, I’m thinking, ‘Why me?’ ”

What is Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer?

About 15% of breast cancers and 20% of ovarian cancers are caused by BRCA gene mutations.

Should I Be Tested for BRCA Mutations?

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force has updated recommendations for BRCA testing and genetic counseling.

Treatment Shows Promise in Pancreatic Cancer Patients with BRCA Mutation

A study recently presented at the American Society of Clinical Oncology’s annual meeting sheds new light on pancreatic cancer’s link to the BRCA mutat ...

Genetic Counseling and Testing: What’s It All About?

If you or any of your relatives have had cancer, you may be wondering if the disease runs in your family.

Can a DNA Kit Predict Colorectal Cancer?

23andMe has received FDA clearance to test for genetic mutations that may increase your risk of colorectal cancer.

Inflammatory Breast Cancer Basics

The rare cancer is typically not diagnosed until after it has spread throughout the body.

One Target: Multiple Cancers

FDA approves new drug for adults and children with rare cancers

It’s All In Your Genes

23andMe receives FDA approval for test that could inform which drugs will work for you

Patients with Genetic Risk for Cancer Feel at Home in New Program

The GeneHome program is a hereditary clinic that sees patients who have had genetic testing and been found to carry a change in a gene that can cause ...

You Can Test Cancer Risk from Home with Consumer DNA Kit

A new FDA approved at-home genetic testing kit can help you determine if you’re at an increased risk for breast cancer, but is it the best option for ...

Do DNA Test Kits Put Your Privacy on the Line?

Users should be aware of the potential privacy concerns before buying (or gifting) at-home DNA test kits.

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