Resources

The following resources provide reliable information about genetic testing and hereditary cancer syndromes. If you have questions, please talk to your team. 

Online Resources

• National Cancer Institute Genetics Testing Fact Sheet: The NCI website has basic information about genetic testing and interpreting as well as links to more detailed information about specific genetic mutations. 

• Oncolink: Articles and resources about how your genetic make-up and family history (or lack of) influence your cancer risk.

• Lynch Syndrome International: LSI is founded and governed by Lynch syndrome survivors, their families, and health care professionals who specialize in Lynch syndrome.
• Hereditary Colon Cancer Takes Guts: The Hereditary Colon Cancer Foundation connects patients, caregivers, and medical professionals to educational, social, and financial resources while promoting requisite research and health care initiatives.
• Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered (FORCE): Improving the lives of individuals and families affected by hereditary breast, ovarian and related cancers. 
• The Basser Center for BRCA: Center for news, research, treatment and prevention of BRCA-related cancers. 
• American Institute for Cancer Research: For recommendations regarding cancer risk reduction based on the most current research. 

Printable Resources

• Letter template: If you learned you have a genetic mutation but you are not sure how to inform family, this letter template may help. 
• Nutrition and Cancer Handout
• GINA and You Handout
• Sun Safety Handout