Your Genes are a Work of Art! May 16, 2013 Not many of us can look at a genetic code and be inspired to create artwork from it. For most people a DNA sequence looks like a jumble of letters, wavelengths... Continue Reading
Myriad Genetics, the Supreme Court, Gene Patents, and Saving Lives April 11, 2013 We’re in the business of saving lives. That’s what really matters to me, and to the very bright people who work with me at Myriad. We offer testing for pa... Continue Reading
My journey with genetic testing and the BRCA gene March 1, 2013 “When I was in high school, my mom was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 42. She had a lumpectomy, chemo, and radiation. Every year since then, I would... Continue Reading
How have you celebrated Cancer Prevention Awareness Month? February 25, 2013 As the shortest month of the year draws to a close, it’s important to remember that it takes longer than 28 days to prevent the impact of cancer on your life... Continue Reading
What are the guidelines for surveillance for a BRCA-positive patient who has undergone prophylactic mastectomy and salpingo-oophorectomy? January 11, 2013 There are limited recommendations on this topic.1 The following summarizes the literature, however, a clinician’s judgment will also be based on the pati... Continue Reading
Cancer Wellness House Holiday Party December 21, 2012 The holidays are known as a time for giving and Myriad proudly helped bring that giving spirit to the Cancer Wellness House’s annual holiday party. T... Continue Reading
Learn Your Family’s Medical History During The Holidays November 21, 2012 It’s that time of year again! We want to remind you that during all of these family holiday gatherings it is a great time to talk to your family members abou... Continue Reading
Introducing the Hereditary Cancer Quiz! November 16, 2012 Myriad is excited to announce the launch of the online Hereditary Cancer Quiz. This quiz was designed for the general public as an easy to use, online quiz th... Continue Reading
ACOG District II show in New York November 15, 2012 The Preventive Care marketing team had the opportunity to attend the ACOG District II show in New York a few weeks ago. This year Myriad had a presentation abou... Continue Reading
Imagine the Impact – NOCC Conference 2012 November 14, 2012 The National Ovarian Cancer Coalition (NOCC)’s 2012 Conference in Las Vegas, Nevada was held November 8th through 10th. Survivors, caregivers, healthcare prof... Continue Reading
Living Beyond Breast Cancer Conference October 22, 2012 On September 28th, 2012 Myriad partnered with Living Beyond Breast Cancer (LBBC) to educate breast cancer survivors at the Annual LBBC Conference about Heredita... Continue Reading
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk October 16, 2012 This past Saturday, October 13th, 2012, Myriad employees took to the pavement in the annual American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer... Continue Reading
Myridian Monday October 15, 2012 We would like to take a few Mondays each month to introduce you to some of our shining star employees here at Myriad Genetics. These employees exemplify what... Continue Reading
Yes, Men Can Get Breast Cancer! October 9, 2012 This BRCA2 positive patient has had a mastectomy and prostatectomy. Yes, you read that correctly. Meet Robert, a male HBOC carrier and breast cancer survivor!�... Continue Reading
Turkey Dinner, Christmas Shopping, A Wedding and…HBOC? October 8, 2012 Leslie had everything planned for her upcoming Thanksgiving feast. Her Christmas shopping lists were in order, and she was ready to host the rehearsal party fo... Continue Reading