#genetic-testing

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fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

Pancreatitis, Ozempic and exaggerated headlines: A UK alert raises concerns about drug abuse

The UK MHRA seeks collaboration to assess genetic risks of pancreatitis linked to GLP-1 medications.
#23andme
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

Non-profit run by 23andMe co-founder gets court approval to buy the genetic testing company | CBC News

fromFortune
4 weeks ago
Health

23andMe founder Anne Wojcicki just got the greenlight to buy back her company for $305 million after it lost 98% of its previous value

Marketing tech
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Almost 2 million 23andMe users have asked the company to delete their data in the last 2 months

23andMe faces significant data deletion requests, impacting its user base and potential revenues.
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

Non-profit run by 23andMe co-founder gets court approval to buy the genetic testing company | CBC News

fromFortune
4 weeks ago
Health

23andMe founder Anne Wojcicki just got the greenlight to buy back her company for $305 million after it lost 98% of its previous value

fromNature
4 weeks ago

I pioneered my country's newborn health-screening programme

Automated newborn health-screening significantly reduces the risk of undetected conditions, yet 70% of infants globally remain without access to such vital tests.
Parenting
fromVulture
1 month ago

Billy Idol's Secret Son Not a Shock Because He Had 'Sex With a Million People'

Billy Idol discovered he has a long-lost son, Brant, through 23andMe, a revelation connected to his adventurous past.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Are You on the Right Antidepressant?

Precision medicine through genetic testing can effectively guide antidepressant treatment, reducing reliance on trial and error.
Understanding the unique needs of depression patients is critical for effective treatment.
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

The Future of Personalised Products: From Nutrition to Genetics

Personalized vitamins and skincare products, tailored to individual genetic profiles, significantly improve health outcomes.
Genetic testing is now affordable and quick, prompting a shift in supplement and beauty industries.
#ivf
Growth hacking
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Genetics testing startup Nucleus Genomics criticized for its embryo product: 'Makes me so nauseous' | TechCrunch

Nucleus Genomics' controversial genetic testing product allows parents to select embryos based on both health risks and desired traits, raising ethical concerns.
Growth hacking
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

Genetics testing startup Nucleus Genomics criticized for its embryo product: 'Makes me so nauseous' | TechCrunch

Nucleus Genomics' controversial genetic testing product allows parents to select embryos based on both health risks and desired traits, raising ethical concerns.
#brain-tumours
Cancer
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

New brain tumour test a 'game changer', say experts

A revolutionary method reduces brain tumour diagnosis time from weeks to hours, enhancing patient care.
fromwww.ocregister.com
2 months ago

Biotech company Regeneron buying 23andMe for $256 million

Regeneron acquires 23andMe for $256 million following its bankruptcy filing, aiming to enhance genetic insights while ensuring user privacy.
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Biotechnology company Regeneron buying bankrupt 23andMe for $256M

Regeneron's acquisition is aimed at enhancing 23andMe's mission of helping individuals understand their DNA, while ensuring compliance with privacy protocols.
Marketing tech
#pharmaceuticals
Marketing tech
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Bankrupt DNA testing company 23andMe to be bought by Regeneron | CBC News

Regeneron acquires 23andMe for $256 million amid bankruptcy proceedings.
The acquisition promises compliance with customer data privacy regulations.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Huntington's Disease: 'There's been so much progress in terms of scientific research - we've been bringing it out of the shadows'

Charles Sabine advocates for Huntington's disease awareness after learning about his father's diagnosis and his own risk for the disorder.
fromIndependent
3 months ago

'I went for a life-saving hysterectomy after getting genetically tested for my cancer risk'

"It was a distant relative reaching out to inform me about the BRCA1 gene that ultimately led our family to consider genetic testing, potentially saving lives."
Cancer
SF parents
fromPortlandTribune.com
3 months ago

Be APOL1 Aware and Understand How Genes Impact Kidney Health

Emani McConnell-Brent's senior year included a shocking kidney disease diagnosis, highlighting the impact of health changes during adolescence.
fromNature
3 months ago

Whole-genome sequencing susses out rare diseases

Whole-genome sequencing offers a more comprehensive solution for diagnosing rare genetic diseases than traditional exome sequencing.
fromElvis Duran
3 months ago

NYC Helicopter Crash, Pharmacist Hacks Computers to Stalk Coworkers, Influe | Elvis Duran and the Morning Show | Elvis Duran

This week’s episode kicks off with a powerful story about an influencer who discovered his cancer through his baby's genetic testing, highlighting the unforeseen impacts of genetic health information.
Podcast
#bankruptcy
fromITPro
4 months ago
Privacy professionals

Millions of 23andMe users' genetic data could be up for grabs - and experts worry it's a looming privacy nightmare

Privacy professionals
fromITPro
4 months ago

Millions of 23andMe users' genetic data could be up for grabs - and experts worry it's a looming privacy nightmare

23andMe files for bankruptcy protection, raising concerns about the future of the company and its customers' data.
fromIndependent
4 months ago

Luke O'Neill: I sent my saliva to 23andMe and got some interesting genetic results. So did 15 million other people - so why is the company in trouble?

Many Irish people are using DNA testing services like 23andMe to uncover their ancestry and health risks, resulting in surprising discoveries about their lineage and health.
SF parents
#privacy-concerns
EU data protection
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

23andMe: Privacy risks of gene data being sold or leaked DW 03/27/2025

The bankruptcy of 23andMe raises concerns about potential genetic discrimination and data privacy risks for its customers.
EU data protection
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

23andMe: Privacy risks of gene data being sold or leaked DW 03/27/2025

The bankruptcy of 23andMe raises concerns about potential genetic discrimination and data privacy risks for its customers.
fromIndependent
4 months ago

'My daughter has cerebral palsy and I'm so proud of how she has opened up other people's eyes to disability'

Accessing disability services for children with cerebral palsy remains difficult for parents.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

My DNA test revealed a family secret that seemed too shocking - now we will never be the same

Hill, a crestfallen mom of two from Connecticut, explained on the UK's ITV "This Morning" show. "The mind-boggling thing about it was as he sent me the screenshot, I had the notification from my phone on 23andMe that you have a new half-sibling."
NYC parents
Public health
fromNews Center
4 months ago

Predicting Disease Risk and Improving Patient Outcomes - News Center

Advancements in genetic and blood testing are key to diagnosing and preventing chronic diseases proactively.
#tempus-ai
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
5 months ago

Nancy Pelosi's Latest AI Stock Pick Tempus AI Is Up Big Today

Tempus AI's acquisition of Ambry Genetics signals a strategic push in the AI healthcare sector.
Recent insider selling by CFO raises concerns, but analysts view it as a potential buying opportunity.
from24/7 Wall St.
5 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Why Tempus AI (TEM) Is Soaring Today

Tempus AI's stock surged 12% due to key catalysts including an acquisition, endorsements from notable investors, and an upgrade from TD Cowen.
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
5 months ago

Nancy Pelosi's Latest AI Stock Pick Tempus AI Is Up Big Today

Tempus AI's acquisition of Ambry Genetics signals a strategic push in the AI healthcare sector.
Recent insider selling by CFO raises concerns, but analysts view it as a potential buying opportunity.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Georgia woman who gave birth to someone else's baby sues IVF clinic

A Georgia woman is suing a fertility clinic after unknowingly giving birth to another couple's child due to a mix-up in sperm donation.
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
5 months ago

US police trying to identify pregnant Irish woman murdered and buried in shallow grave

Detectives are looking to Ireland for help identifying 'Lake Mead Maeve,' a pregnant murder victim from 1981.
fromAlleywatch
5 months ago

Nucleus Raises $14M to Transform Genetic Health Testing

In an era where the U.S. healthcare system spends $4.5 trillion annually yet faces systemic failures, the need for preventative healthcare solutions is critical.
Health
fromNature
6 months ago

Daily briefing: What went wrong at 23andMe

The US health-research community is facing unprecedented funding freezes due to the Trump administration's abrupt cancellation of NIH grant reviews.
fromNature
6 months ago

What went wrong at 23andMe? Why the genetic-data giant risks collapse

23andMe faces severe struggles, raising concerns about consumer genetic data and the future of the industry.
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