Proactive Choices for You and Your Baby’s Health
Any parent-to-be wants to provide their child with a healthy life, and prenatal genetic tests can help. There are a wide variety of genetic tests available, including carrier screening, diagnostic testing, and aneuploidy screening.
Meet Lilli, the Sarnoff Center’s 2021 Lewis Summer Intern
Welcome Lilli Arbetter, the Sarnoff Center's Lewis Summer Intern for 2021. Lilli is a rising sophomore at the University of Michigan and interested in pursuing a career in healthcare.
Five Facts Men (and Women) Need to Know About BRCA
By Carol Guzman Even more than 25 years after the discovery of the BRCA gene, there are still misconceptions about
Breast Cancer Testing: Then & Now
by Carol Guzman in 2022, updated by Scott M. Weissman, MS, CGC In 1995, the BRCA genetic test for predisposition
What Makes a Jewish Genetic Disorder ‘Jewish?’
By Haley Fuoco As my internship at the Sarnoff Center wraps up, I wanted to share an overview of
Are all BRCA mutations alike?
By Haley Fuoco You may have heard that individuals with Jewish ancestry have a greater risk of BRCA mutations, linked to breast
While no two stories about Jewish genetic disorders or hereditary cancers are the same, we recognize that it can be helpful to hear from–and connect with–others facing similar genetic health challenges.
Your Stories
Elisha’s Story (Video)
Elisha learned she had a BRCA1 mutation after her mother’s ovarian cancer diagnosis. She undergoes regular screenings and chose preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD) to prevent the BRCA mutation from being passed to her children. Watch Elisha's story.
Heidi’s Story (Video)
Heidi learned she had a BRCA1 mutation through a 23&Me test, even though she did not know about any family history of cancer. After consulting with a genetic counselor, Heidi underwent preventative surgeries. Watch Heidi's story.
Jordyn’s Story (Video)
Jordyn got screened for a BRCA mutation at age 25, knowing many relatives on her father’s side of the family battled cancer. After testing positive, she had a preventive double mastectomy. Watch Jordyn's story.
