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Family Health History

Knowledge of your family health history can help you and your healthcare providers identify patterns of inheritance and risk factors.

Family Health History Awareness Social Media Day: November 17, 2020

Patients
Family Health History for Patients and Families

Guidance on collecting your family health history information before visiting the doctor.

Family Health History for Healthcare Professionals
Family Health History for Healthcare Professionals

Healthcare professionals determine whether individuals, other family members, or future generations may be at increased risk of developing particular conditions.

Last updated: November 19, 2020