Genetics and Risk, This Week on Your Cancer Today(TM)

Genetics and Risk, This Week on Your Cancer Today(TM)

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., Nov. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- Although only 25% of all cancers are due to genetic factors, patients that are aware of their family history are more able to be on the lookout for the early warning signs of cancer. This week, we examine the issue of genetic links to cancer from both a medical and psychological prospective.

Cancer does run in families, but Dr. Stan Wasbin, Medical Director for Your Cancer Today, suggests it is misleading to think of cancer as a group of genetic diseases. He suggests we look at the link between genetics and cancer as a "non-modifiable risk factor."

Kim Banks, from St. Joseph's Hospital Genetic counseling program works with patients to help them detect and understand their genetic profile. Patients are encouraged to be proactive with their conditions.

Dr. Sheila Forman, Clinical Psychologist, member of the Your Cancer Today Medical Advisory Board, suggests that knowing your risks is always better than not knowing. Knowledge can lead to early detection, the most effective weapon in the fight against cancer.

Your Cancer Today interviews a mother and her daughter who have gone through genetic testing for breast cancer. Their stories help illustrate the advantages of knowing your risks and keeping your options open.

To preview a segment from Your Cancer Today (Season 3 Week 6), check the links below:

Dr. Stan Wasbin, Medical Director for Your Cancer Today. Genetics and Cancer Risk. http://www.yourcancertoday.com/news/drstans3w6.html

Kim Banks, St. Joseph's Hospital Genetic counseling program. http://www.yourcancertoday.com/news/kimbanks.html

Dr. Sheila Forman. The benefits of knowing your risks. http://www.yourcancertoday.com/news/drforman-genetics.html

About Your Cancer Today(TM)

Now in its third season, Your Cancer Today is an international television show dedicated to providing unbiased and commercial-free information. Its mission is to help cancer patients and their families make informed decisions about treatment and recovery.

Each week, the host of the show, Don Baillargeon interviews the doctors and researchers that are leading the fight against cancer. Topics include: symptoms, early detection, breakthroughs, treatment options, risk factors, and prevention. The show features interviews with cancer survivors and their supporters. A complete listing of TV stations, cable and satellite systems that carry Your Cancer Today can be found at: http://www.yourcancertoday.com/.

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