HealthFebruary 3, 2015
Big Precision Medicine Plan Raises Patient Privacy Concerns
White House’s move to develop customized care prompts worries about data security and informed consent
Personalized Medicine in the Genomic Era
When the human genome draft was announced 10 years ago, many researchers and policymakers anticipated using the newly sequenced code to develop a wealth of diagnostic and treatment capabilities. But the genetic components of disease have proved more complex
HealthJanuary 1, 2015
What Rare Disorder Is Hiding in Your DNA?
As comprehensive genetic tests become more widespread, patients and experts mull how to deal with unexpected findings
HealthJanuary 15, 2014
What Fetal Genome Screening Could Mean for Babies and Parents
A noninvasive screening method could provide expectant parents with unprecedented and comprehensive fetal genetic data, but it also presents new ethical quandaries
HealthJanuary 11, 2014
After 23andMe, Another Personal Genetics Firm Is Charged with False Advertising
The Federal Trade Commission says GeneLink, which served 30,000 customers, made claims not based on science and failed to protect consumer information
August 14, 2013
Unhidden Traits: Genomic Data Privacy Debates Heat Up
We shield social security numbers, conceal credit cards and shred sensitive records. Now it's time to think about how closely we guard our genomes
June 28, 2010
Genome Sequencing for the Rest of Us
Even as scans get faster and cheaper, many diseases still have unknown or sketchy genetic correlates. How much stock should consumers put in personal genome sequencing?
June 25, 2010
A genome story: 10th anniversary commentary by Francis Collins
HealthJune 24, 2010
Vaccines Derived from Patients' Tumor Cells Are Individualizing Cancer Treatment
As researchers learn more about genetic profile of various cancers, other work is charging ahead to deliver personalized vaccines targeted to a patient's own tumor cells
June 24, 2010
Vaccinomics: Scientists Are Devising Your Personal Vaccine
A new breed of vaccine is being developed that will make possible immunizations tailored to your genetic profile. But how long will it be until your personalized booster shots are ready?
June 10, 2010
Large-Scale Autism Study Reveals Disorder's Genetic Complexity
Although unique genetic variations in children with autism are nearly as rare as they are in the general population, comprehensive studies are starting to find patterns in disrupted genes and pathways
May 10, 2010
Schizophrenia shares genetic links with autism, genome study shows
MedicineApril 26, 2010
Biomarker Studies Could Realize Goal of More Effective and Personalized Cancer Medicine
Finding individual differences in tumors is key to treating the right patient with the right medicine at the right time, researchers say
HealthMarch 31, 2010
Where's my genome sequence? Almost 10 years after the human genome was drafted, many genomics goals remain unrealized
HealthMarch 6, 2010
Genetics in the Gut: Intestinal Microbes Could Drive Obesity and Other Health Issues
The diversity of germs in the human gut suggests microbiota play a greater role in health than previously thought, even driving obesity and other metabolic conditions
HealthJanuary 11, 2010
A genetic marker for aggressive prostate cancer emerges
HealthSeptember 8, 2009
New genetic associations for Alzheimer's disease
The SciencesJune 1, 2009
Genetic Copy Variations and Disease
A new sense for how variable numbers of genes cause disease
CognitionApril 1, 2009
Knowing Your Chances: What Health Stats Really Mean
Learn how to put aside unjustified fears and hopes and how to weigh your real risk of illness—or likelihood of recovery
HealthOctober 21, 2008
Meet my genome: 10 people release their DNA on the Web
The SciencesSeptember 1, 2008
Tougher Laws Needed to Protect Your Genetic Privacy
In spite of recent legislation, tougher laws are needed to prevent insurers and employers from discriminating on the basis of genetic tests
The SciencesMay 1, 2008
Are Personal Genome Scans Medically Useless?
Doubts about whether commercial DNA scans improve health
The SciencesApril 24, 2008
Senate Passes Genetic Antidiscrimination Bill
Law would bar insurers and employers from discriminating based on genetic testing
HealthJanuary 23, 2008
1,000 Genomes Project: Expanding the Map of Human Genetics
Researchers hope the effort will speed up the discovery of many diseases's genetic roots
HealthJanuary 23, 2008
Genome-Based Medical Choices Draw Nearer
A study of over 38,000 hypertension patients (the ALLHAT study, for Antihypertensive and Lipid Lowering Treatment to Prevent Heart Attack Trial) finds that individuals respond better to some drugs than to others, based on their personal genetics. Steve Mirsky reports.