New DNA Test Determines Risk of Cancer

The video discusses the role of genetic differences in cancer risk, highlighting 83 DNA changes that influence the likelihood of developing breast, ovarian, or prostate cancer. It introduces DNA chip technology for screening genetic variations, potentially available in GP surgeries. The video also covers the impact of genetic testing on risk assessment, personal stories of individuals making informed choices, and the interplay of genetics and lifestyle in cancer risk. Ethical dilemmas regarding genetic information disclosure are also explored.

What are the implications of identifying genetic differences in relation to cancer risk?

How might the new genetic tests change the way cancer is diagnosed and treated?

In what ways can knowledge of personal genetic risk influence decision-making regarding health?

What role does lifestyle play in determining cancer risk alongside genetics?

Discuss the ethical dilemmas that arise from genetic testing for cancer risk.