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Do you know your family health history?
Some people inherit heirlooms—jewelry, furniture, clothing, and other items—from their relatives. But there’s something even more valuable we all inherit:...
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4 discoveries beyond the brain
Neurodegenerative diseases—such as Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease (PD), Lewy body dementia (LBD), and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (also known as ALS...
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Exploring ADHD…with science!
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) affects millions of people worldwide. We know more about ADHD than we used to, but there’s...
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Learn about your genes with MedlinePlus
Most of us know that traits like eye color, height, and even some of our behaviors are related to our...
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New study highlights need for diversity in genomic research
What happened when genomic researchers targeted more diverse groups of people in their studies? They found 27 new gene variations. These variations ...
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Inspiring the next generation at NIH’s Science Day
Nearly 500 students from 11 Washington, D.C.-area schools recently attended "Science Day at NIH" on the National Institutes of Health ...
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Solving the undiagnosed disease puzzle at NIH
Mystery illnesses are not just fodder for television. There are real, undiagnosed illnesses that are important to solve for public...
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An inside look at genetic counseling
Katie Lewis is a genetic counselor and research coordinator at NIH's National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI). She counsels people...
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A diagnosis of Lynch syndrome
Jack C. remembers that day well. The seemingly healthy 65-year-old suddenly had chest pains. But, he had a busy day...
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A missing ancestry
Many adopted children don't know very much about their biological family. That was the case for David Hale. All...
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