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People do not inherit cancer but instead inherit an increased risk of getting cancer.

There are two main categories of genetic mutation based on the type of cell they occur in. Changes to a person's DNA can be inherited or acquired after fertilization.

The result of these genetic mistakes can range from no effect on the organism to the production a defective cellular protein that may have disastrous implications.

A mutation is a rare change in a gene's DNA sequence that can result in a defective cellular protein. This article covers the basics of genetic mutation.

Genetic disorders afflict millions and are caused either by inherited or acquired DNA mutations. This article outlines some ways human cells have for fighting DNA damage.

Mutations in the mitochondrial DNA can reduce the function of the mitochondrion, the power house of the cell, resulting in metabolic syndromes and disorders of metabolism

A mutation is an alteration of a gene's DNA sequence. Mutations are usually bad news, but those rare changes that benefit an organism are the raw material of evolution.

Scientists have discovered a gene mutation that causes hairlessness in dogs. The discovery may help cure a genetic disease in humans. Dogs may truly be man's best friend.

The signs of pancreatic cancer can be severe or mild. Know the early signs before it progresses.

There's a lot of confusion about what is necessary to protect yourself from the sun. Here's expert advice on the best ways to shield yourself from the sun.

Through several intensive studies over recent decades, wine proves to have incredible health benefits. This is great news, but there are guidelines to follow.

A recent research article found that 65% of individuals with ASD have a reduction in melatonin. This is due to a reduced ability to convert serotonin into melatonin.

Broccoli has been labeled as one of nature's superfoods. This article gives a detailed example of nutrigenomics and how eating broccoli can improve our health.

By age 80, up to 80% of American men have prostate cancer - but later in life, it poses less of a threat than in earlier years

With recent news about three parent zygotes created to replace defective maternal mitochondrial DNA, you might be wondering "What is a mitochondrion?"

The theory of evolution is simply about how to explain biological change. Change is neither random nor by design. Modifications in the environment drive change.

You can cut the amount of pesticide you eat or drink by up to 80% if you choose to eat the least-contaminated fruits - this means knowing which fruits to buy.