Thanksgiving is just around the corner 🦃 🍁 That means National Family Health History Day is also coming up!
As you're catching up with your family, take this chance to catch up on your family's health history too!
If you have any questions, we're here for you!
In honor of National Epilepsy Awareness Month, we're highlighting Brynn and Olivia Bradshaw. After years of searching for answers, @hudsonalpha revealed that they have a genetic disease that causes severe epilepsy.
Find out how this changed their lives: https://t.co/y3prlv9Q4a.
Happy Genetic Counselor Awareness Day! 🎉
Our GCs are always here to answer your genetic counseling questions and help you make more informed healthcare decisions! Thank you for everything you do, day in and day out!
#IAmAGeneticCounselor#GeneticCounselorAwarenessDay
There's a few genes linked to an increased risk for developing Alzheimer's disease 🧠
APOE, APP, PSEN1 & PSEN2 are all genes that genetic testing panels can look for mutations in to help you know your risk for getting Alzheimer's.
Questions about your genetic risk? DM us!
This National Alzheimer's Awareness Month is the perfect time to know what your options are when it comes to genetic testing for Alzheimer's disease, what tests can and can't tell you, & who should get tested. Have questions? Leave a comment or DM us!
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Scientists at @hudsonalpha are working to identify potential biomarkers to help improve Parkinson's disease research, which could lead to more accurate diagnostics & effective treatment.
Enrollment is open with us at the Smith Family Clinic. Learn more: https://t.co/6nndrMx3sG
100 participants enrolled!
Enrollment is open to members of the community who meet eligibility requirements:
✅ 19 years+ & diagnosed with Parkinson's disease
✅ 19 years+ & live with or are related to someone with Parkinson's disease
Learn more: https://t.co/6nndrMx3sG
Genetic testing changes lives. For Portia, a former Biotrain intern, it provided answers.
Learn how genetic testing from @SmithGenomicMed helped Portia finally find the answers she needed and why it could make a difference for others: https://t.co/uDWvUgEG6b
Our @SmithGenomicMed education team was thrilled to host Discover: Genomic Medicine this week.
The summer experience gave high school students the opportunity to explore the ways in which genomic medicine can impact healthcare. We had an awesome time with our cohort!
Join us in welcoming Anna Littrell to the Smith Family Clinic team!
Anna will be the clinic's Genetic Counseling Assistant over the next year, assisting with clinical, clerical, and educational responsibilities as a stepping stone to a graduate program in genetic counseling.
There is a new research study to identify potential biomarkers in Parkinson's disease through @hudsonalpha - if found, these biomarkers could help improve disease diagnosis and treatment!
Learn more about the study and find out if you're eligible: https://t.co/6nndrMx3sG
We want to wish our GCA Amber Glaze good luck on her next adventure with University of North Carolina at Greensboro (@UNCG)! Amber has been an integral part of the Smith Family Clinic family & we know she will do great things.
Good luck in GC school Amber!
HudsonAlpha scientists are working on a new research study to identify possible biomarkers for Parksinson's disease, and we want YOU to be part of it.
Learn more about the study and participation guidelines: https://t.co/6nndrMx3sG
It's Healthcare Professionals Genomics Education Week, so we're taking you behind the scenes of what it's like to have a career in genomics, specifically as a genetic counselor!
Learn what GCs do, their importance & how they serve their patients: https://t.co/inVViby3t1
We're celebrating Healthcare Professionals Genomics Education Week!
Did you know 95% of people have a gene variant that can affect your response to at least one common drug? That is where pharmacogenomic testing comes in, to help!
Learn more: https://t.co/ErSME9JZNj
We're kicking off Healthcare Professionals Genomics Education Week!
Today, we're talking about direct-to-consumer genetic testing. Learn more about the advantages of both types of tests and see which one might the best for you: https://t.co/4CXjxNVRx0
Happy DNA Day!🧬
DNA is something we're passionate about year-round. Through genetic testing, we're able to serve patients who're seeking a diagnosis, information about their family health history & more.
Learn how your DNA can impact your medications, disease risk, and more!
Curious about the job looks like and what you'll learn? Learn more about a day in the life of a Smith Family Clinic genetic counseling assistant: https://t.co/CzUqcJ5q5I.
The Smith Family Clinic is hiring a new Genetic Counseling Assistant!
If you're interested in a career in genetic counseling and/or have academic or internship experience in genetics, we'd love to hear from you!
You can apply online at https://t.co/novNdSGvwd.