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New drugs and additional tests are giving ovarian cancer patients hope.

Ovarian cancer is the presence of malignant cells in the ovaries. There are three types: Epithelial, which are cancers that affect the outer surface of the ovary and comprise 90 percent of ovarian cancers. Stromal tumors in cells that produce the hormones. Tumors in germ cells, which produce the eggs. How it’s detected Unfortunately, detection […]

Variety of experiences helped her find her research specialty

A genetic counseling session allows for a thorough evaluation of an individual's medical history to create personalized care plan.

If you could stop breast cancer before you were even diagnosed, should you? The answer is more complicated than you may think.

Pregnancy often comes with mixed emotions. While it can be one of the most joyous times of a parent’s life, it can also instill a lot of worry. Although most babies are born healthy, there is a small chance for a birth defect, chromosomal difference or genetic condition in every pregnancy. There are currently hosts […]

Whether you want more control, to take charge of your health or to have a better idea of what your future holds, having genetics integrated into your primary care moves care above and beyond the standard. By exploring the genetic changes making you unique and incorporating this into your medical record, your doctors can better […]

How and when a woman begins menopause depends on family history and lifestyle

Family history, DNA testing help find clues to your health future

Four Sanford specialists offer advice for talking with your doctor