What does family health history have to do with genetics?

Answer

Your family health history reflects the combination of shared genes, environment, behavior, and culture. Traits like curly hair, dimples, leanness, and athletic ability are partly inherited. So are risks for health conditions like asthma, high blood pressure, diabetes, and heart disease. Knowing your family health history should be the first step in gathering information that may affect your health.

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