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Cancer warning to Americans as they are unclear on their family medical history

October 3, 2024

Nearly half of Americans are unaware of their family medical history, even when it comes to cancer. Lack of knowledge can result in missed opportunities for early detection and intervention, often delaying important preventive screenings and care. In a recent Newsweek article, our medical director for genetic testing and oncology imaging, Dr. Sadie Dobrozsi, discussed the importance of understanding family medical history – including genetic mutations – to identify any cancer predispositions and how patients can take action to minimize their cancer risks.