Preventive tests such as genetic screening for at-risk individuals allow doctors to predict the likelihood of certain heart conditions and act before symptoms develop. For instance, people ...

In 2020, the American Heart Association (AHA) issued a statement recommending genetic testing for patients diagnosed with all forms of cardiomyopathy, arrhythmic disorders, vascular disorders and ...

For disorders that are preventable or treatable, most people agree that genetic testing makes sense. But for diseases with no preventative measures, would you want to know if you were affected?

researchers found that 42% of those who did genetic testing learned that they had or likely had a rare genetic condition. This genetic information prompted 70% of patients to be referred to cardiac, ...

Beyond cancer, alcohol consumption may also increase the risk of heart disease. A recent study from the American College of ...

Genetic testing can allow people to take preventative health measures, but some Australians are discouraged because the results can affect insurance. Health groups including the Heart Foundation ...