Overview
Genetic counseling for cancer is a type of counseling that helps individuals and families understand their risk for developing hereditary cancers. It involves: - Understanding a person's or family's personal and/or family medical history and cancer risk; - Assessing how a person's genetic makeup may contribute to their cancer risk; - Giving information, advice, and emotional support on genetic testing; - Exploring treatment and management options. Genetic counseling supports people to make informed decisions about their health care by giving them the information they need to make informed choices. It is a valuable tool in preventing, detecting and treating cancer, and can help individuals and families reduce their cancer risk.
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