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Below you will find links to web sites and video’s that provide basic information on hereditary cancer, cancer definitions, risk factors, and prevention.

It is generally accepted that 5-10% of all Cancers are hereditary.  This means that mutations in specific genes are passed from one blood relative to another. Individuals who inherit one of these abnormal genes have a much greater chance of developing cancer within their lifetime <strong>and</strong> at an earlier age.

According to<span id="dtx-highlighting-item"> one of the </span>companies that provides genetic testing for Cancer -<strong><span id="dtx-highlighting-item">The </span>best time to beat Cancer is before you get it. <span id="dtx-highlighting-item"> </span></strong>

<span id="dtx-highlighting-item">The </span>genetic tests for Cancer are either a simple blood test or saliva sample, however<span id="dtx-highlighting-item"> the </span>tests may be expensive. Federal law (passed in 1996) prohibits<span id="dtx-highlighting-item"> the </span>use of genetic testing to inhibit your access to medical insurance. In o<span id="dtx-highlighting-item">the</span>r words, no insurance company can deny you benefits if you carry<span id="dtx-highlighting-item"> the </span>cancer gene. Genetic discrimination is illegal. Genetic counselors suggest that<span id="dtx-highlighting-item"> the </span>person already diagnosed with Cancer be<span id="dtx-highlighting-item"> the </span>first one tested.
<h2>Reliable Links</h2>
<a href="http://www.myriadtests.com/">Myriad</a>

<strong>What you can find here</strong>

Myriad laboratory has a decent website for preliminary information. Click on<span id="dtx-highlighting-item"> the </span>Inherited Cancer and Genetic Testing links first.<span id="dtx-highlighting-item"> The</span>re is a family history tool that is pretty good. Financial help is available from Myriad.<span id="dtx-highlighting-item"> The</span>y appear to be very helpful in assisting individuals with<span id="dtx-highlighting-item"> the </span>payment and insurance process.<span id="dtx-highlighting-item"> The </span>support links given are standard and we are in<span id="dtx-highlighting-item"> the </span>process of evaluating each link. If you have any experience with<span id="dtx-highlighting-item"> the</span>se organizations, we’d love some feedback.<span id="dtx-highlighting-item"> The </span>glossary has some definitions you way want to review.<span id="dtx-highlighting-item"> The</span>y define terms we have had trouble finding in o<span id="dtx-highlighting-item">the</span>r places.

<a href="http://www.yourdiseaserisk.com/">Cancer Risk Test</a>

<strong>What you can find here</strong>

Harvard Center for Cancer Prevention has created a website that provides an interactive tool to determine your risk of getting cancer. Questionnaire is available in English and Spanish. Documentation says it is more accurate for persons over 40 years old. You need to fill<span id="dtx-highlighting-item"> out </span>a simple questionnaire for each of<span id="dtx-highlighting-item"> the </span>12 types of cancer listed.<span id="dtx-highlighting-item"> The </span>site also has a test for risks of heart disease, osteoporosis, diabetes and stroke.

Risk Factors: click on Family History for a number of worthwhile topics. Resources &amp; Materials in this section<span id="dtx-highlighting-item"> the</span>y have a brochure for colorectal cancer in 8 languages. In<span id="dtx-highlighting-item"> the </span>risk factors section click on vitamins; it is worth reading.

<a href="http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/factsheet/Risk/genetic-testing">National Cancer Institute</a>

<strong>What you can find here</strong>

Thorough discussion of hereditary cancer and genetic testing and all the facets of the issue.

<a title="Hereditary Cancer Syndromes" href="http://www.mdanderson.org/patient-and-cancer-information/cancer-information/cancer-topics/prevention-and-screening/hereditary-cancer-syndromes/index.html" target="_blank">MD Anderson Cancer Center</a>
<strong>What you can find here</strong>

A very thorough analysis of all the different hereditary cancer syndromes.

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<h2><strong>Genetic Counseling</strong></h2>
Genetic counseling is the process, by which patients or relatives, at risk of an inherited disorder, are advised of the consequences and nature of the disorder, the probability of developing or transmitting it, and the options open to them in management and if appropriate, family planning. Genetic counseling is available through many sources, hospitals and doctors. If you are in need of a genetic counselor, please email us through our <a title="Contact Us" href="http://www.bzanet.com/client_area/american_cancer_fund/build/contact-us/">contact us </a>form.

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