Learn about genetics in the context of pharmacogenetics (PGx) and precision medicine.
Learn how gene changes can cause acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL).
Learn about HLAs, a group of genes tested through pharmacogenetic testing to predict an individual’s response to certain medications.
Learn about CYP2B6, a gene tested through pharmacogenetic testing to predict an individual’s response to certain medications.
Pharmacogenetics is an example of precision medicine that uses a person’s genetic make-up to predict medication response.
There are many types of cancer, but there are some things that are similar in most cancers. Learn about cells, tumours and how cancer spreads.
Information for parents about hereditary multiple osteochondromas (previously called hereditary multiple exostoses), a genetic condition that causes growths (bumps) on the bones.
Learn about genetics and how genetics contribute to health and disease.
Learn about the emerging field of nutrigenomics, which links nutrients in foods with a person's genetic make-up to produce the healthiest diet possible.
Information for parents about infantile osteopetrosis, a rare genetic condition that may cause fractures, short stature (height), recurrent infections, hearing loss and vision problems.
An easy-to-understand overview of the causes, symptoms, and treatment of children who have experienced a natural or man-made disaster.
Learn about CYP3A5, a gene tested through pharmacogenetic testing to predict an individual’s response to certain medications.
Learn about CYP2C9, a gene tested through pharmacogenetic testing to predict an individual’s response to certain medications.
Learn about NUDT15, a gene tested through pharmacogenetic testing to predict an individual’s response to certain medications.
Learn about TPMT, a gene tested through pharmacogenetic testing to predict an individual’s response to certain medications.
Learn about SLCO1B1, a gene tested through pharmacogenetic testing to predict an individual’s response to statins (medications that help lower cholesterol).
Cleidocranial dysplasia is a genetic disorder that affects the development of bones and teeth. Learn what to expect with a diagnosis of CCD.
Skeletal dysplasia is a term used to describe a group of genetic conditions that cause abnormal formation of bone and cartilage. Growth and other bodily functions may also be affected.
March is Hemophilia Awareness Month. Find information, video and illustrations to learn about how gene mutations cause hemophilia.
Learn about VKORC1, a gene tested through pharmacogenetic testing to predict an individual’s response to certain medications.
Most scoliosis research focuses on girls. Read about the similarities and differences between boys and girls in their experiences with scoliosis.
Learn from young people with arm and hand differences about how they do home, school, work, and leisure activities in their own way.
Information about campomelic dysplasia, a genetic condition that affects the development of the skeleton and reproductive system.
Information about cartilage-hair hypoplasia, a genetic condition that may cause short stature (height), shorter arms and legs than expected, fine, sparse hair and problems with blood and the immune system.
