More Genetics and Genetic Disorders News

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  Gene Test Might Someday Gauge Your Cardiac Arrest Risk

  Sudden cardiac death is terrifying because it’s exactly that — one minute you’re fine...

  • Posted November 18, 2019
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  Exercise Can Help Prevent Depression, Even for Those at High Risk

  Getting more exercise could help ward off depression, even if you have a genetic...

  • Posted November 6, 2019
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  For This Mom, Rare Bone Disease Is a Family Affair

  Most people expect some risk in activities like mountain biking or rollerblading, but few...

  • Posted September 13, 2019
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  How Your Genes Affect the Number on Your Scale

  Could your genes be keeping you from losing weight? While you shouldn’t use a...

  • Posted September 12, 2019
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  Kids in Poor Neighborhoods Face Higher Odds for Obesity as Adults

  Growing up in a poor neighborhood significantly increases kids’ odds of becoming obese adults,...

  • Posted September 6, 2019
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  Lifestyle May Matter More Than Your Genes in Early Heart Disease

  An unhealthy lifestyle is a bigger contributor to heart disease than genetics for many...

  • Posted September 2, 2019
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  One Gene Change 2 Million Years Ago Left Humans Vulnerable to Heart Attack

  As far as scientists know, humans are the only species that get heart attacks...

  • Posted July 29, 2019
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