USC Genetic Counseling Program

Integrating Genomics Into Life

[National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) @RareDiseases]

Today is #UndiagnosedDay 🧩💙

NORD is proud to share resources to support #undiagnosed and #misdiagnosed patients throughout their journey, with the hope that they can find a correct diagnosis sooner.

Learn more and explore resources on the NORD website today: https://t.co/MovrUBVVaY
#RareDisease #RareDiseases

[Kay and C. Edward Floyd, M.D. School of Medicine @UofSCSOMC]

With a master's in genetic counseling from @UofSC, you’ll be ready for the workforce and a challenging, rewarding health professional career in one of the most dynamic areas of medicine.

Learn more about our #SOMC fully accredited program: https://t.co/T7QNgBzNyY

[USC Genetic Counseling Program @USCGCprogram]

This semester has been a busy one for our students in the classroom, clinics, and at volunteer events! Check out what we’ve been up to!

https://t.co/si26yaPh6L

[USC Genetic Counseling Program @USCGCprogram]

We’re so excited to welcome our new class of genetic counseling students!

[National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) @RareDiseases]

Earlier this month, HHS discontinued the Advisory Committee on Heritable Disorders in Newborns and Children (ACHDNC) — the expert body responsible for reviewing conditions for inclusion on the federal newborn screening panel known as the Recommended Uniform Screening Panel (RUSP).

The decision came just before a scheduled vote to consider including two treatable rare diseases, Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) and Metachromatic Leukodystrophy (MLD). With the committee now inactive, progress on expanding access to early diagnosis and treatment for these rare conditions is on hold.

NORD, and our network of 40 Rare Disease Centers of Excellence, are urging HHS to reinstate the committee. A strong, consistent national approach to newborn screening helps ensure all babies — regardless of which state they’re born in — have access to early detection for serious, treatable, life-threating and debilitating conditions.

Learn more about the committee’s role, why newborn screening remains one of our most important public health tools, and why we need to ensure the committee’s involvement in the RUSP continues: https://t.co/mwm7C7486I

#NewbornScreening #RareDisease #RUSP #DMD #MLD #ACHDNC #HealthyBabies #PublicHealth

[Genetic Counselors @GeneticCouns]

Genetic counselors shine again! Ranked #30 Best Overall Job and #11 Best Healthcare Job by @usnews, the profession is recognized for its vital role in health care. Learn more: https://t.co/xkbnOhMkie #GeneChat

[USC Genetic Counseling Program @USCGCprogram]

We’ve officially begun our Spring 2025 semester! Take a look back on what our students were up to last semester and the wonderful community events we were lucky to be a part of by checking out our student-run blog! ⬇️

https://t.co/aeP5hUXFQk

[Genetic Counselors @GeneticCouns]

It’s #GeneticCounselorAwarenessDay! 🎉

Let’s celebrate the incredible work of genetic counselors who guide and empower patients every day. Participate in our fun activities, and let’s make today memorable!

For more information: https://t.co/7x4mWeGBXJ

[USC Genetic Counseling Program @USCGCprogram]

GC Career Fair happening TOMORROW! Click here to register for this wonderful learning opportunity: https://t.co/9IzHdDhGYm

[Inherited Cancer Registry (ICARE) @inheritedcancer]

It is #HereditaryBreastandOvarianCancer (#HBOC) Week, dedicated to raising awareness and encouraging patients to know their family history and discuss it with their healthcare provider. Did you know BRCA1/2 mutations increase the risk of developing breast and ovarian #cancer?

[USC Genetic Counseling Program @USCGCprogram]

Happy Match Day! We are so excited to welcome the Class of 2026. Congrats to all who matched to programs!

[USC Genetic Counseling Program @USCGCprogram]

Our students had an action-packed, exciting, and fun March! Read more on our blog: https://t.co/RLGAfQdQHZ

[USC Genetic Counseling Program @USCGCprogram]

This #RareDiseaseDay our students partnered with the local Children’s Hospital to spread awareness and carry out arts & crafts with the patients. Read more on our blog: https://t.co/RUXFeP9yg6

[USC Genetic Counseling Program @USCGCprogram]

Rare Disease Day is observed every year in February, this year on the 29th (a leap year and the rarest day of the year!) Watch this video to learn more: https://t.co/3mpKiCAQXf

[USC Genetic Counseling Program @USCGCprogram]

Please consider taking this survey! It will be closing soon. #autism #autismresearch #autismawareness #adultswithautism

[USC Genetic Counseling Program @USCGCprogram]

Our second year student Robin is carrying out a research project in the autism community looking at opinions on prenatal and cancer genetic testing. For eligible participants, the link to the survey is: https://t.co/lCPF7JJdG3

[USC Genetic Counseling Program @USCGCprogram]

We are counting down the days until our application for the USCCGP class of 2026! Just 1 week until applications are due! Stay tuned this week for Q and As and takeovers. Have specific questions? Message us! #genechat

[USC Genetic Counseling Program @USCGCprogram]

Consider completing or sharing Jen's thesis survey! She is collecting parent and caregiver perspectives on cancer screening for patients with intellectual disability. Scan the QR code or click: https://t.co/xByldzwxGC #intellectualdisability #disabilityadvocacy #healthequity

[USC Genetic Counseling Program @USCGCprogram]

Happy #Hallogene23! Please LIKE this tweet to vote for the USC GCP to win and retweet to help us get more likes. This year we present the Barbie Genome featuring our technology specialist, Gene, as Ken! The Barbies at USC have a great day every day 💖 @ASGCGP #Hallogene #genechat

[USC Genetic Counseling Program @USCGCprogram]

Happy #Hallogene23! Please LIKE this tweet to vote for the USC GCP to win and retweet to help us get more likes. This year we present the Barbie Genome featuring our technology specialist, Gene, as Ken! The Barbies at USC have a great day every day 💖 @ASGCGP #Hallogene #genechat

[USC Genetic Counseling Program @USCGCprogram]

Reminder to consider participating in or sharing Justine's thesis research survey! #sicklecelldisease #sicklecellwarrior #scd #sicklecellawareness

[USC Genetic Counseling Program @USCGCprogram]

Our student Justine is conducting a research project in the sickle cell community looking at parents of children with scd’s views on preimplantation genetic testing. If you or anyone you know is eligible please consider taking or sharing this survey: https://t.co/uuf4wuNHLB