81. Moffitt > Cancer Prevention > Lifetime Cancer Screening > Genetics > Hereditary The H. Lee Moffitt cancer Center Research Institute has made a lasting commitmentto the prevention and cure of cancer, working tirelessly in the areas of http://www.moffitt.usf.edu/Prevention_and_Treatment/lcs/genetics/ovarian.asp

Home Prevention and Treatment Lcs Genetics ... Ovarian NEW! (8/05) Headline MCC Latest video update of insider news at Moffitt Genetic Services for Hereditary Ovarian Cancer Ovarian cancer affects one in 70 women during a lifetime. Most ovarian cancers are sporadic and occur later in life, generally after age 50 or after menopause. However, approximately 5 to 10 percent of ovarian cancers are inherited. Inherited cancers usually are diagnosed at an early age – in someone younger than 50 – and typically, families will have more than one affected member. Tests are now available to detect gene alterations for ovarian cancer susceptibility. Two genes, BRCA1 and BRCA2 ( Breast Cancer 1 and Breast Cancer 2), have been identified, accounting for the majority of inherited ovarian and breast cancer mutations, which are changes or alterations in the genetic material in these genes, lead to an increased risk primarily for ovarian and breast cancer. The Cancer Genetic Counseling and Testing Program at Moffitt Cancer Center can help you understand the risk for you and your family members to develop ovarian cancer and what you can do about it. What factors may indicate a genetic risk for ovarian cancer?

82. Centre For Genetics Education: Genetics And Cancer The Centre for genetics Education, Australia, provides information to thoseaffected by genetic conditions and the professionals who work with them. http://www.genetics.com.au/services/cancer/cancer.htm

Cancer and Genetics What if I have a family history of cancer? Some information for people concerned about having a family history of cancer. Factsheets about Family Cancer The Centre has produced several factsheets which address the role of family history and genetics in cancer. Genetics and Cancer (Fact Sheet 44) Breast and Ovarian Cancer - Genetic Aspects (Fact Sheet 45) Bowel Cancer - Genetic Aspects (Fact Sheet 46) Melanoma - Genetic Aspects (Fact Sheet 47) Further information for Health Professionals Further resources are in Health Professionals section of this site. Home l Contacts l Last updated: 11 April 2005

83. Hospital Practice: Genetics Series Features articles on applied molecular genetics on topics such as cancer, obesity, and nervous disorders. Offers a journal search engine. http://www.hosppract.com/genetics.htm

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84. © The Centre For Genetics Education genetics and cancer. Breast and Ovarian cancer Genetic Aspects. Bowel cancer -Genetic Aspects. Melanoma - Genetic Aspects http://www.genetics.com.au/factsheet/45.htm

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85. Hereditary Cancer And Genetics Hereditary cancer and genetics. Most cancers occur by chance or sporadically . Genetic Counseling Testing Types of Most Common Hereditary cancers http://www.utcancerinstitute.org/Cancer_Information/Prevention_And_Screenings/He

Hereditary Cancer and Genetics Most cancers occur by chance or sporadically. Scientists have also discovered that there are also specific inherited factors, or genes, which can contribute to the development of some forms of breast, ovarian, colorectal, prostate and other types of cancer. This section will cover explanations of: Role of Genes Types of Most Common Hereditary Cancers Role of Genes Some people may develop cancer due to alterations in hereditary factors called genes. Hereditary cancer is the development of cancer due to an inherited gene mutation (changes in a specific gene) that has been passed from a parent to a child upon conception. If a person has inherited such a gene mutation, they have inherited an increased risk to develop cancer in their lifetime, which is higher than the cancer risk of someone in the general population. Genetic testing is now available for some of these types of hereditary cancers. People who are interested in learning whether or not they have an increased likelihood of developing certain cancers or whether they inherited a gene, which contributed to their own or a family member's cancer, should consult with a specialist in the area of hereditary cancer, cancer risk assessment and genetic counseling and testing.

86. Population Genetics Group Provides information about the laboratory's work in population genetics. Includes CIL tools, staff details, and related links. http://popgen.well.ox.ac.uk/

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87. Health 24 - Genetics, Cancer & DNA cancer and genetics. For many years now it has been recognised that certain Screening, genetics and cancer People who have a family history of either http://www.health24.com/medical/Condition_centres/777-792-1987-1992,14215.asp

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88. Prostate Cancer And Genetics Prostate cancer and genetics. Prostate cancer and genetics. Noone knows whatcauses prostate cancer, but some conditions may make you more likely to http://www.prostateline.com/prostatelinehcp/9898_12689_12_3_0.aspx

Back to homepage Skip navigation Home Journal watch ... Home  Patient counselling  Genetics Prostate Cancer and Genetics No-one knows what causes prostate cancer, but some conditions may make you more likely to develop the disease. Hereditary factors can contribute to the development of prostate cancer. However, the great majority of prostate cancer is not associated with genes that confer a high level of risk. If your father or brother has developed the disease at a young age, particularly under 50, or you have two close relatives including a father or brother, you may have an increased risk of developing prostate cancer yourself. In addition, if other family members have developed certain types of cancer including breast or ovarian cancer, then your risks of developing prostate cancer may also be greater than would otherwise be the case. A number of genes which predispose to some extent to prostate cancer have now been identified (including the so-called breast cancer genes BRCA1 and BRCA2) and there is also now evidence of the existence of at least two prostate cancer specific genes. If you are concerned about hereditary risk of cancer, your GP may refer you to a Consultant Urologist, who might wish to co-operate with a Clinical Geneticist to determine your risk of developing prostate cancer.

89. Genetics Northwest - Kristen Beck - Genetic Counselor Offers prenatal and cancer genetic counseling, and genetic testing including paternity testing and Native American ancestry testing. A genetics library is also available for interlibrary loan and document delivery. http://www.geneticsnw.org/

GENETICS NORTHWEST Genetic Counseling Kristen Beck, M.A. Ferndale, WA Genetic Counselor What are genetic counselors? Genetic counselors are health professionals with specialized graduate degrees and experience in the areas of medical genetics and counseling. Most enter the field from a variety of disciplines, including biology, genetics, nursing, psychology, public health and social work. Genetic counselors provide information and support to families who have members with birth defects or genetic disorders and to families who may be at risk for a variety of inherited conditions. They identify families at risk, investigate the problem present in the family, interpret information about the disorder, analyze inheritance patterns and risks of recurrence, and review available options with the family. Genetic counselors also provide supportive counseling to families, serve as patient advocates, and refer individuals and families to community or state support services. They serve as educators and resource people for other healthcare professionals and for the general public. Some counselors also work in administrative capacities. Many engage in research activities related to the field of medical genetics and genetic counseling. Definition adopted by the National Society of Genetic Counselors , Inc. 1983

90. U.S. Department Of Health And Human Services Breast Cancer Prevention, Genetics, Genetic Testing for Breast cancer Risk (National cancer Institute, Other SitesWith Breast cancer Prevention, genetics, and Causes Information http://www.hhs.gov/breastcancer/prevention.html

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91. Cell -- Archive Of Issues By Date Published biweekly, it includes original research articles of exceptional significance in areas including molecular biology, biochemistry, cancer research, cell biology, developmental biology, genetics, immunology, microbiology, neurobiology, plant biology, structural biology and virology. http://www.cell.com/contents-by-date.0.shtml

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92. Cancer Center Health Information, genetics cancer genetics cancer The genetics ofLung cancer The genetics of Skin cancer. Other cancer Genetic Syndromes http://www.rush.edu/rumc/page-1098987384984.html

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93. Cancer Center Health Information, genetics cancer The genetics of Breast and Ovarian cancer and ovarian cancers are due to known predisposing genetic factors. http://www.rush.edu/rumc/page-1098987381476.html

Bone Marrow Transplant Gynecologic Oncology Myeloid Disease Cancer Center Prostate Cancer Study Glioblastoma Multiforme Study Hematology/Oncology Trials The Genetics of Breast and Ovarian Cancer Approximately 5 percent to 10 percent of breast and ovarian cancers are due to known predisposing genetic factors. This means that the majority of breast and ovarian cancers are, in fact, not inherited. Consider the following: Of those cases of breast cancer that are inherited: 30 percent to 70 percent are due to other genes Of those cases of ovarian cancer that are inherited: 8 percent are due to other genes There are several genetic syndromes associated with an increased risk for breast and/or ovarian cancer that require clinical care by a physician or other healthcare professional. Listed in the directory below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview. Hereditary Breast Ovarian Cancer Syndrome (BRCA1 / BRCA2) Basal Cell Nevus Syndrome (Gorlin Syndrome) Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome If you cannot find the information in which you are interested, please visit the Online Resources page in this Web site for an Internet/World Wide Web address that may contain additional information on that topic.

94. University Of Chicago Hospitals: $2.5 Million In Donations Support Cancer Geneti The Center for Clinical cancer geneticsunder the direction of Funmi This isa particularly encouraging time in cancer and genetics, added Olopade. http://www.uchospitals.edu/news/2000/20000710-cg.html

@import "/css/style.css"; Home About the Hospitals Donate or Volunteer Contact Us ... 2000 Press Releases $2.5 million in donations support cancer genetics studies at the University of Chicago Medical Center July 10, 2000 Two magnanimous gifts totaling more than $2.5 million are giving a big boost to cancer genetics programs at the University of Chicago Medical Center. A $2 million donation over the next five years from the Dr. Ralph and Marion Falk Medical Research Trust will help establish the Center for Clinical Cancer Genetics. This new center will concentrate on gene-based risk assessment, prevention, early detection and innovative treatments for cancer. An expansion of the Cancer Risk Clinic, which has worked with more than 700 families since it was established in 1992, the Center for Clinical Cancer Genetics brings together specialists in cancer and genetics to convert advances in the basic science of cancer genetics into better care for patients. At the same time, a $500,000 donation from the University of Chicago Cancer Research Foundation Women's Board will support a series of related projects concerning cancer genetics. These funds will be used to purchase new research equipment, train graduate students in the committee on cancer biology, and construct new laboratories for cellular transplantation and gene therapy. The Center for Clinical Cancer Geneticsunder the direction of Funmi Olopade, MD, associate professor of medicine at the University, director of the Cancer Risk Clinic, and chairperson of a national task force on cancer genetics educationwill focus on ways to use the explosion of knowledge about the genetics of cancer to help people understand and reduce their risk of getting cancer and to improve the care of those who are diagnosed.

95. University Of Chicago Hospitals: Pancreatic Cancer: Genetics Of Pancreatic Cance University of Chicago physicianscientists are studying the genes of cancerpatients and their families with the goal of preventing cancer or finding cancer http://www.uchospitals.edu/specialties/cancer/pancreatic/genetics.html

@import "/css/style.css"; Home About the Hospitals Donate or Volunteer Contact Us ... Pain Control Genetics Our Team Find a Physician Request an Appointment Patient and Visitor Information ... Pancreatic Cancer Genetics of Pancreatic Cancer Studying the Likelihood of Cancer Development University of Chicago physician-scientists are studying the genes of cancer patients and their families with the goal of preventing cancer or finding cancer before it may become incurable. "We are the only comprehensive program in Chicago that offers genetic testing and screening for pancreatic cancer," says Funmi Olopade, MD, director of the Center for Clinical Cancer Genetics. Every patient who comes through the center, she says, should have a family history taken and will be offered genetic testing. Dr. Funmi Olopade Research shows that there is a strong link between pancreatic cancer and the BRCA2 mutation that plays a role in breast cancer. "If a man has developed pancreatic cancer, we can reach out to his daughters about the risk for breast cancer," Dr. Olopade says. There is also concern about links between pancreatic cancer and lung cancer, melanoma, and bladder cancer. Less than 20 percent of pancreatic cancers have a genetic link, however, most patientsand many physiciansare not aware of the genetic factor of this disease. As a result, patients have died without the potential impact of the genetics being shared with their families.

96. Victorian Family Cancer Genetics Service cancer and genetics. On this page. What is cancer? What are genes? How canchanges in genes occur? How can changed genes cause cancer? http://www.cancervic.org.au/cancer1/professionals/family_cancer/genericCancerFaq

THIS SITE About us Prevention Patients Health professionals Research Shop OUR OTHER SITES Cancer Council Victoria Nat. Cancer Control Initiative Papscreen (Victoria) Quit (Victoria) SunSmart Home Health professionals Victorian Family Cancer Genetics Service > Cancer and genetics Victorian Family Cancer Genetics Service Cancer and genetics On this page: What is cancer? What are genes? How can changes in genes occur? How can changed genes cause cancer? ... Is my family history of cancer of concern? What is cancer? Cancer occurs when cells in the body become abnormal and grow out of control. What are genes? Our bodies are always making new cells: so we can grow, to replace worn-out cells, or to heal damaged cells after an injury. This process is controlled by certain genes. Each person has a set of many thousands of genes passed on (inherited) from both parents. Genes are found in every cell of our body. All cancers are caused by changes to these genes. How can changes in genes occur? Changes to our genes usually happen during our lifetime, although a small number of people inherit such a change from a parent. How can changed genes cause cancer?

97. The Cancer Council Victoria - Diabetes, Heart And Cancer Experts Join Forces To cancer and genetics answering your questions is just a weblink away. 2 June 04.The Victorian Family cancer genetics Service, funded by the Department of http://www.cancervic.org.au/cancer1/whatsnew/mediareleases/2004/20040602.htm

THIS SITE About us Prevention Patients Health professionals Research Shop OUR OTHER SITES Cancer Council Victoria Nat. Cancer Control Initiative Papscreen (Victoria) Quit (Victoria) SunSmart Home Media releases Cancer and Genetics: answering your questions is just a weblink away 2 June 04 The Victorian Family Cancer Genetics Service, funded by the Department of Human Services, has launched a website that will provide valuable information to many Victorians who have questions about cancer and genetics. The site is hosted by The Cancer Council Victoria at www.cancervic.org.au/familycancer Ms Rebecca Russell, from the Cancer Council said "The genetic risk of cancer is a relatively new point of discussion for the community, and we hope the site will act as a great first place to go." "The site will provide the latest and most relevant information to health professionals and the whole community. Many people over estimate their level of risk due to their family history, given that less than 10% of cancers are caused by inherited genetic changes." "We have seen a growing demand for cancer genetic services as our knowledge and technologies have expanded. There were over 2000 consultations held across the Victorian Family Cancer Genetics Service in 2003." Ms Russell said.

98. University Of Florida Shands Cancer Center: UF Cancer, Genetics Project To Boost UF cancer, genetics project to boost state’s biotech effort The UF cancerand genetics Research Building will add to Florida s biotechnology efforts http://www.ufscc.ufl.edu/content.aspx?section=floatmenu&id=34166

99. University Of Florida Shands Cancer Center: Genetics Increase The Risk Of Noninv genetics Increase the Risk of Noninvasive Breast cancer. A recent study publishedin the Journal of the American Medical Association reported that ductal http://www.ufscc.ufl.edu/cancernews.aspx?section=cancernews&id=33462

100. Breast Cancer And Genetics Q&As : CancerBACUP Questions and answers about genetics as a cause of breast cancer. http://www.cancerbacup.org.uk/QAs/BreastcancerQAs/CausespreventionscreeningQAs/G

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