Even before birth, genetic screening provides insights for family planning January 18, 2022 We at Myriad Genetics became champions of genetic testing and screening for a simple reason: to allow providers to empower patients to be proactive about their ... Continue Reading
Precision Medicine in Prostate Cancer: How Genetic Testing Makes a Difference December 15, 2021 Back when scientists sequenced a human genome for the first time — a years-long project that took billions of dollars — they were in part motivated by the p... Continue Reading
SABCS 2021: Genome-based Data for Breast Cancer Risk and Treatment December 3, 2021 In the breast cancer research and clinical communities, one of the biggest events of the year is the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium. It’s a place where l... Continue Reading
Our Commitment to Genetic Counselors: How We Help Train the Next Generation November 27, 2021 We’ve spent the past month on our blog trying to raise awareness about the importance of genetic counselors and show our appreciation for the great work they ... Continue Reading
Why Genetic Testing Should Be Part of Your Mammogram November 26, 2021 Think back to the last time you went in for a mammogram: did anyone ask whether you’d ever taken a genetic test to learn more about your risk of developing br... Continue Reading
5 Things You Didn’t Know About Genetic Counselors November 22, 2021 As we continue to spend the month showing our appreciation for genetic counselors, we’ve rounded up some cool things you may not know about members of this pr... Continue Reading
The Future of Genetic Counseling November 17, 2021 This whole month, we’ve been focused on raising awareness about the importance of genetic counselors and celebrating their role in healthcare. Today, let’s&... Continue Reading
My Myriad: Susan Manley, Medical Services November 10, 2021 Even before Myriad Genetics launched its first genetic test, we knew that our ability to help patients and physicians would depend on having access to a valuabl... Continue Reading
Join Us in Celebrating Genetic Counselors November 2, 2021 If you happen to be a genetic counselor, you probably know that November 4 is designated as Genetic Counselor Awareness Day. But we’re willing to bet that mos... Continue Reading
My Myriad: Sam Barkat, Engineering October 27, 2021 As we continue our get-to-know-you tour through the Myriad Genetics family, today we sit down with Sam Barkat, Process Sustaining Engineer. She joined the compa... Continue Reading
Breast Cancer Risk Testing for Women of All Ancestries October 23, 2021 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and we are excited about the recent launch of a new approach to risk assessment for hereditary breast cancer. It’s n... Continue Reading
NSGC 2021: A Great Way to Celebrate Genetic Counselors October 20, 2021 It was an honor for the Myriad Genetics team to attend this year’s annual meeting of the National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC). This is one of our fav... Continue Reading
Myriad Genetics Supports New Genetic Counseling Program at Xavier University of Louisiana October 13, 2021 Myriad Genetics is passionate about helping people lead healthier lives through the power of genetic insights. Our contribution comes in the form of industry-le... Continue Reading
We’re Raising Awareness: Do You Know Your Breast Cancer Risk Profile? October 1, 2021 It’s October, and you know what that means: falling leaves, Halloween, and — of most importance — Breast Cancer Awareness Month! While there’s much bro... Continue Reading
My Myriad: Heidi Gorringe, Medical Services September 23, 2021 Today we get back to our employee profile series, and we’re chatting with Heidi Gorringe, Senior Manager of the Medical Information Liaison team, who joined M... Continue Reading