Listen "Genetics + Genomics: Breaking Down Myths + Barriers"
Episode Synopsis
In the first of this informative four-part mini-series, Sandra Brown, Regional Manager of Providence Genetics in California, sits down with Amanda de Leon, Certified Genetic Counselor at Providence St. Jude Medical Center, to break down the myths surrounding the innovative field of genetics and genomics. With the number of at-home tests, and family history quizzes widely available, people, now more than ever, have inconsistent information about how genetics works as well as how it impacts them and their loved ones. Listen as our experts tackle what you think you know and help identify several barriers - from financial barriers to personal beliefs and diversity barriers - that ultimately factor into your understanding of genetics.Be sure to tune in and listen to the remaining episodes of this four-part series on genetics and genomics or subscribe to have the latest episode delivered to your favorite podcast platform. **Episode #2, Genetics + Innovation: Accessible Genetic Testing and Services, will release on Thursday, August 17.** For more information and resources on the Providence Genetics program, visit: Providence Genetics and Genomics ServicesProvidence Cancer Institute of Orange CountySandra Brown LinkedIn Amanda DeLeon LinkedIn
More episodes of the podcast Talk With A Doc
Wellness Brief: Genetic Testing
10/07/2025
Wellness Brief: Hypertension
08/07/2025
Lifecycle: The Mind-Body Connection
01/07/2025
Lifecycle: Cardiac Care
10/06/2025
Lifecycle: Men's Midlife Health Care
03/06/2025
Cancer, Cures and Coffee: Brain Cancer
29/05/2025
Wellness Brief: Spiritual Heath
20/05/2025
Cancer, Cures and Coffee: Melanoma
19/05/2025
ZARZA We are Zarza, the prestigious firm behind major projects in information technology.