Can Genetic Testing Help You Take Control of Your Health?
What if you could better understand your risk for certain conditions, like cancer, before symptoms appear?
What if there were steps you could take now to reduce your risk of disease later?
That’s where genetic testing and counseling come in.
What is Genetic Testing and Who is it For?
Genetic testing looks at your DNA to see if you carry inherited changes (called variants or mutations) that may increase your risk for certain health conditions.
Most people think of genetics only after a diagnosis is made or a strong family history of disease becomes too big to ignore. The truth is, genetic testing is one of the most powerful tools we have for prevention and proactive, personalized wellness strategies.
Understanding your DNA is the first step to making informed choices about your health, lifestyle, and future.
Meet Lauren
At 30 years old, Lauren decided to pursue hereditary cancer genetic testing due to her family history of breast cancer. She was found to carry a pathogenic (risk-causing) variant in the BRCA2 gene.
Women with BRCA2 variants have an elevated risk for developing breast, ovarian, and other cancers. With this insight, Lauren can now:
Begin breast cancer screening earlier and more often
Consider proactive strategies like lifestyle and dietary changes
Inform family members who may also be at risk (BRCA2 can impact men too!)
Find community with other women at risk for hereditary breast cancer, share her story, and feel supported by those who understand
Instead of waiting for cancer to appear, Lauren now leads the charge in protecting her health.
What is a Genetic Counselor?
A genetic counselor is a healthcare provider who can help you choose the right test, interpret the results, and translate your genetic information into meaningful action. At Golden Genetics, our team of genetic counselors specializes in combining evidence-based medical genetics with an integrative, whole-person approach to care.
Whether you’re looking to prevent disease, optimize your health, or just get curious about your DNA, we’re here to help you feel informed and empowered, not overwhelmed.
Interested in learning more?
You can visit www.goldengeneticshealth.com to schedule a free discovery call or learn more about the services we offer and how we can support you.
