Family First - What you need to know 

about genetic testing, family history & colorectal cancer

Have you and your family discussed your family's medical history? Did you know that 10-15% of all cancers are familial, and 3% of all colorectal cancers are due to a syndrome called Lynch Syndrome? Having Lynch Syndrome puts you at an 80% increased risk of developing colorectal cancer. 

Tune into this webinar to learn more about Lynch Syndrome and other inherited syndromes as they relate to colorectal cancer. 

 

The content of this Webinar was medically-reviewed. All content written, produced and edited by Fight Colorectal Cancer. This Webinar is made possible thanks to the generous support of Myriad Laboratories.

 

About the Speaker:

Heather Hampel, MS, CGC 

Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center 

 

Ms. Hampel has been a cancer genetic counselor since 1995 and is a faculty member in the Division of Human Genetics. Her clinical duties include providing comprehensive cancer genetic consultations to individuals and families with a history of cancer. Cancer Genetic consultation requires tremendous documentation of cancers in the family, risk assessment, screening recommendations, and incorporation of genetic testing as necessary. 

 

Details:

Cost: FREE

TIME: 3pm - 4:30pm ET / 2-3:30pm CT / 1-2:30pm MT/
12-1:30pm PT