Wellness Brief: Genetic Testing

Host Jennifer Semenza welcomes back Sandra Brown, senior manager for genetic counseling at St. Joseph Hospital in Orange, California. Brown discusses the powerful tool of genetics for unlocking the mysteries of our DNA and how it is paving the way for personalized health care solutions. She also talks about how affordable it has become and how Providence has made it easier for people with walk-in services. You can check out additional episodes and blog article about genetic testing below to find out if its right for you. Do you want to know more? Check out the Providence blog for more information on this and other health related topics. · New Study: Providence whole genome sequencing program shows transformative potential for population health · Beating breast cancer with hope, resilience and expert care Talk with a Doc podcast: To learn more about genetics please check out this 4-part Talk with a Doc series we originally aired in August of 2023. · Talk With A Doc | Genetics + Genomics: Breaking Down Myths + Barriers (part 1) · Talk With A Doc | Genetics + Innovation: Accessible Genetic Testing and Services (part 2) · Talk With A Doc | Genetics + Genomics: The Types of Genetic Testing Explained (part 3) · Talk With A Doc | The Future of Genetics in Clinical Care To learn more about our mission programs and services, go to Providence.org. Follow us on social media to get continued information on other important health care topics. You can connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, TikTok, Instagram and X. For all your healthcare information on the go, download the Providence app. Whether you’re tracking symptoms, scheduling appointments, or connecting with your healthcare providers, the Providence app has your back. To learn more about the app, check out the Wellness Brief podcast episode. Wellness Brief: Simplifying Care-There's an App for That. We’d love to hear from you. You can contact us at [email protected]