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fromThe New Yorker
5 days ago

The Family Fallout of DNA Surprises

Genetic testing reveals unexpected parentage for many Americans, impacting relationships and sparking a quest for identity.
fromMail Online
2 weeks ago

Realistic reconstructions show Stone Age victims of human sacrifice

Two Stone Age sisters, potentially victims of human sacrifice, were discovered in a prehistoric mine in the Czech Republic.
#brca1
fromBuzzFeed
3 weeks ago
Health

I Hated My Breasts And Was Afraid To Show Them To Dates. Here's What Happened When I Did.

Cancer
fromIndependent
4 months ago

'I went for a life-saving hysterectomy after getting genetically tested for my cancer risk'

Genetic testing for BRCA1 led to life-saving decisions in Arlene Harris's family.
fromBuzzFeed
3 weeks ago
Health

I Hated My Breasts And Was Afraid To Show Them To Dates. Here's What Happened When I Did.

Cancer
fromIndependent
4 months ago

'I went for a life-saving hysterectomy after getting genetically tested for my cancer risk'

Genetic testing for BRCA1 led to life-saving decisions in Arlene Harris's family.
more#brca1
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Pancreatitis, Ozempic and exaggerated headlines: A UK alert raises concerns about drug abuse

The UK MHRA seeks collaboration to assess genetic risks of pancreatitis linked to GLP-1 medications.
#23andme
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Non-profit run by 23andMe co-founder gets court approval to buy the genetic testing company | CBC News

fromFortune
1 month ago
Health

23andMe founder Anne Wojcicki just got the greenlight to buy back her company for $305 million after it lost 98% of its previous value

Marketing tech
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Almost 2 million 23andMe users have asked the company to delete their data in the last 2 months

23andMe faces significant data deletion requests, impacting its user base and potential revenues.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Non-profit run by 23andMe co-founder gets court approval to buy the genetic testing company | CBC News

fromFortune
1 month ago
Health

23andMe founder Anne Wojcicki just got the greenlight to buy back her company for $305 million after it lost 98% of its previous value

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fromNature
1 month ago

I pioneered my country's newborn health-screening programme

Automated newborn health-screening significantly reduces the risk of undetected conditions, yet 70% of infants globally remain without access to such vital tests.
Parenting
fromVulture
1 month ago

Billy Idol's Secret Son Not a Shock Because He Had 'Sex With a Million People'

Billy Idol discovered he has a long-lost son, Brant, through 23andMe, a revelation connected to his adventurous past.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Are You on the Right Antidepressant?

Precision medicine through genetic testing can effectively guide antidepressant treatment, reducing reliance on trial and error.
Understanding the unique needs of depression patients is critical for effective treatment.
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

The Future of Personalised Products: From Nutrition to Genetics

Personalized vitamins and skincare products, tailored to individual genetic profiles, significantly improve health outcomes.
Genetic testing is now affordable and quick, prompting a shift in supplement and beauty industries.
Growth hacking
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Genetics testing startup Nucleus Genomics criticized for its embryo product: 'Makes me so nauseous' | TechCrunch

Nucleus Genomics' controversial genetic testing product allows parents to select embryos based on both health risks and desired traits, raising ethical concerns.
#brain-tumours
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago
Cancer

New brain tumour test a 'game changer', say experts

A revolutionary method reduces brain tumour diagnosis time from weeks to hours, enhancing patient care.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Growth hacking

Brain tumour diagnosis could be made within hours, say researchers

A new diagnostic method for brain tumours may reduce treatment waiting times from weeks to hours.
Cancer
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

New brain tumour test a 'game changer', say experts

A revolutionary method reduces brain tumour diagnosis time from weeks to hours, enhancing patient care.
more#brain-tumours
fromwww.ocregister.com
3 months ago

Biotech company Regeneron buying 23andMe for $256 million

Regeneron acquires 23andMe for $256 million following its bankruptcy filing, aiming to enhance genetic insights while ensuring user privacy.
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago

Biotechnology company Regeneron buying bankrupt 23andMe for $256M

Regeneron's acquisition is aimed at enhancing 23andMe's mission of helping individuals understand their DNA, while ensuring compliance with privacy protocols.
Marketing tech
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Marketing tech
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 months ago

Bankrupt DNA testing company 23andMe to be bought by Regeneron | CBC News

Regeneron acquires 23andMe for $256 million amid bankruptcy proceedings.
The acquisition promises compliance with customer data privacy regulations.
fromIndependent
3 months ago

Huntington's Disease: 'There's been so much progress in terms of scientific research - we've been bringing it out of the shadows'

Charles Sabine advocates for Huntington's disease awareness after learning about his father's diagnosis and his own risk for the disorder.
SF parents
fromPortlandTribune.com
4 months ago

Be APOL1 Aware and Understand How Genes Impact Kidney Health

Emani McConnell-Brent's senior year included a shocking kidney disease diagnosis, highlighting the impact of health changes during adolescence.
fromNature
4 months ago

Whole-genome sequencing susses out rare diseases

Whole-genome sequencing offers a more comprehensive solution for diagnosing rare genetic diseases than traditional exome sequencing.
fromElvis Duran
4 months ago

NYC Helicopter Crash, Pharmacist Hacks Computers to Stalk Coworkers, Influe | Elvis Duran and the Morning Show | Elvis Duran

This week’s episode kicks off with a powerful story about an influencer who discovered his cancer through his baby's genetic testing, highlighting the unforeseen impacts of genetic health information.
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