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Information can help if you're worried about cancer in your family. Find out about risk, genetic testing and what you can do.
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More ways to contact usSome cancers can be related to the genes that were passed down from your parents. It's not very common but you might find it helpful to understand how this works.
Gene changes (mutations) in a cell may mean the cell stops working normally. This can eventually cause cancer to develop.
Assessing your risk of cancer is complicated. A family history only affects risk in a small proportion of people.
Your GP can assess your risk of cancer using information about cancer in your family.
Information can help if you're worried about cancer in your family. Find out about risk, genetic testing and what you can do.
Family history and genetics can be complicated. If you'd like to talk it through together we're here to help. Talk to us.
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