The telomere test—are we ready to make health decisions based on our epigenome?

The telomere test—are we ready to make health decisions based on our epigenome?

With companies like Alternity Healthcare1 marketing kits intended to test your epigenome: the non-genetic changes in the microenvironment controlling heritability like methylation and telomere length, it is already becoming an option for patients to use information about their genetics (in this case, epigenetics), to develop treatment plans.
The Case for Preventive Care

The Case for Preventive Care

As the American Healthcare system becomes increasingly overburdened it is becoming apparent that expansion may not be possible, or even the best option. As a greater number of Americans get sick year after year, it’s not feasible to simply build more hospitals and train more practitioners.