How Genetic Testing is Changing the Game for Black Women

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How Genetic Testing is Changing the Game for Black Women

Genetic testing is transforming women's healthcare, especially in cancer risk assessment. By identifying genetic predispositions like BRCA mutations, women can take control of their health with proactive screenings and preventive care. This is especially crucial for Black women, who often face aggressive breast cancer diagnoses at later stages. BlackDoctor.org interviewed Sadie Dobrozsi, a board-certified pediatric […]

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