A Service of the Department of Molecular and Human Genetics at Baylor College of Medicine
Project GIVE Publication
Project GIVE (Genetic Inclusion by Virtual Evaluation) was launched in 2022 with the aim to reduce the time to diagnosis and increase provider knowledge of genomics in the Rio Grande Valley (RGV) at the Texas-Mexico Border. In a paper now online in the Journal of Neurodevelopmental Disorders, the Project GIVE team describes their experience establishing a virtual pediatric genomic service in this region with the use of Consultagene and the outcomes of the project so far. This work is funded by the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences.
Read the paper here: "Project GIVE: using a virtual genetics service platform to reduce health inequities and improve access to genomic care in an underserved region of Texas"
Huntington's Disease Awareness
May is Huntington's disease Awareness Month. Huntington’s disease (HD) is a progressive neurologic disorder that causes brain cells to break down, leading to movement and memory/thinking difficulty. HD is caused by a mutation in the huntingtin gene. Every child of a parent with HD has a 1 in 2 (50%) chance of inheriting the huntingtin gene. Today, there are approximately 41,000 Americans living with HD and more than 200,000 at risk of inheriting it. To learn more about Huntington’s disease, visit these recommended resources listed below. You can also make an appointment with the Consultagene Clinic to learn more about testing for HD. Join the social media campaign #LetsTalkAboutHD to share your story with HD.
Huntington’s Disease | hdsa.org
Huntington’ Disease | ninds.nih.gov
Infertility Awareness
April 21-27 is National Infertility Awareness Week. Approximately 1 in 6 people of reproductive age are impacted by infertility globally. Find out more about the causes and treatments of infertility by visiting the links below. The Consultagene Clinic can help to guide you through genetic preconception issues and testing.
Infertility Facts, Diagnosis, and Risk Factors | Resolve.org
American Society of Reproductive Medicine
Colorectal Cancer Awareness
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month! Colorectal Cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosed in the United States. In some cases, colorectal cancer is caused by an inherited genetic condition. To learn more about inherited genetic conditions that can cause colorectal cancer and screening for colorectal cancer, visit these resources below or make an appointment with the Consultagene Clinic.
Causes of Colorectal Cancer | American Cancer Society
