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This video discusses the way in which gene therapy can help battle cancer

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Gene therapy, an alteration of genes within the body to fight or prevent disease, has sparked a revolution in cancer treatment. Cancer is the 2nd leading cause of death in the United States, and the two main ways we treat it - radiation and chemotherapy - have severe side effects.

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This allows you to see what different genes do, how the interact with others, and if theyre linked to a gene
*look up BRCA1 and BRCA2

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GeneCards - Human Genes | Gene Database | Gene Search

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GeneCards is a searchable, integrated, database of human genes that provides concise genomic related information, on all known and predicted human genes

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This article discusses the ruling from the supreme court that banned patenting any human gene and the ban's implication

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Justices, 9-0, Bar Patenting Human Genes (Published 2013)

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The ruling will shape the course of research and testing, and it may alter the willingness of businesses to invest in understanding genetic material.

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This article discusses how risk genes are identified

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It is estimated that heart disease, cancer, and diabetes account for 7 of every 10 deaths in the United States. Like rare genetic disorders, these "common" diseases can also be considered genetic diseases because they run in families. Therefore, a family history can provide important information about your family's risk of disease.

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This link discusses Gene Counseling as a career option and what the career entails

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Genetic counselors provide a critical service to individuals and families considering undergoing genetic testing by helping them identify their risks for certain disorders, investigate family health history, interpret information and determine if testing is needed. The genetic counseling process helps people understand and adapt to the medical, psychological and familial implications of genetic contributions to disease.

Most genetic counselors see patients in a clinic or hospital setting, and often work with obstetricians, oncologists and other doctors. Like doctors, genetic counselors can work in a variety of settings and provide different services. They may provide general care or specialize in one or more areas, including:

Prenatal and preconception: For women and their partners who are pregnant or thinking about becoming pregnant

Pediatric: For children and their family members

Cancer: For patients with cancer and their family members

Cardiovascular: For patients with diseases of the heart or circulatory system and their family members

Neurology: For patients with diseases of the brain and nervous system and their family members

In addition to counseling, genetic counselors also communicate with laboratories about the tests they offer, advocating for patients with their insurance companies and notifying patients about their test results.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that employment of genetic counselors will grow 29% from 2014 to 2024, much faster than the average for all occupations.

Working Conditions

Genetic counselors work in a variety of settings including universal medical centers, private and public hospitals/medical facilities, diagnostic laboratories, health maintenance organizations, non-for-profit organizations, and government organizations and agencies. They usually work 40 hours a week and don't generally have to work weekends or evenings.

The median salary (half of genetic counselors earn more and half earn less), according to the National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGS) 2019 Professional Status Survey (PSS) is $84,886.

Learn More About a Career as a Genetic Counselor

Academic Requirements

If you want to become a genetic counselor, the first step is to get your bachelor's degree. While many genetic counselors receive a degree in biology, social science or a related field, those degrees are not required for entry into a genetic counseling program.

The next step is to apply for entry into an accredited master's program in genetic counseling. Programs last approximately two years and include:

Courses in human genetics, birth defects, ethics and counseling, among others

Clinical training

Thesis or capstone projects based on student conducted research

After earning a degree, genetic counselors become certified by taking and passing a certification exam.

Resources
The American Board of Genetic Counseling reviewed this career profile.

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Genetic counselors provide a critical service to individuals and families considering undergoing genetic testing by helping them identify their risks for certain disorders, investigate family health history, interpret information and determine if testing is needed. The genetic counseling process helps people understand and adapt to the medical, psychological and familial implications of genetic contributions to disease.

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This small article talks about the beginning and evolution of ethical concerns and the development of the IRB

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Bioethics in Genetics | Learn Science at Scitable

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It seems obvious that the well-being of research subjects and patients must be protected before certain experiments or treatments are conducted, but can individuals ever be overprotected? In other words, can bioethics ever represent too much of a good thing? In some cases, the answer is yes.