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New Blood Test to Significantly Improve Detection of Recurring Cancer

October 31, 2021July 21, 2021 by The Northern Charitable Foundation

A new blood test known as Signatera has shown incredible ability to detect cancer relapses long before traditional scans, making it a game changer for patients.

Categories Public Health Tags cancer research, gene mutation, genetic testing

Understanding BRCA1 and BRCA2 Mutation Genes: Risk, Prevention, and Moving Forward

March 18, 2021 by The Northern Charitable Foundation
Northern Charitable Foundation - Alex Dembitzer - genetics and cancer

What are BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutated genes? Who is at risk? What does prevention/counseling look like for those with the mutation?

Categories Public Health Tags BRCA mutation, Breast Cancer, cancer prevention, genetic testing, Ovarian Cancer

Mathew Knowles on Surviving Breast Cancer

November 1, 2021November 10, 2020 by The Northern Charitable Foundation
Charting New Roads - Male breast cancer

Mathew Knowles, father of Beyonce, is a breast cancer survivor and strong supporter of genetic testing & awareness.

Categories Public Health Tags BRCA mutation, BRCA2, Breast Cancer, cancer, genetic testing

Genetic Testing Can Save Lives

October 31, 2021October 5, 2020 by The Northern Charitable Foundation
Charting New Roads - Genetic testing and cancer

Genetic testing is often a controversial issue, but according to the mainstream medical community, it can save lives. It can even prevent cancer.

Categories Public Health Tags Breast Cancer, cancer prevention, genetic testing, Ovarian Cancer

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