@GeneticSupport profile picture
Genetic Support Foundation @GeneticSupport

Independent nonprofit devoted to helping people make informed decisions about advances in genetics and genetic testing.

Joined April 2015
  • Tweets 771
  • Following 242
  • Followers 622
233 Photos and videos
Happy Halloween from all of us at GSF! 🎃 Today is the final day of the month, so stay tuned for our October newsletter in your email inbox. We have some exciting announcements we'll be sharing! If you would like to sign up to receive our monthly newsle... geneticsupportfoundation.org…
1
35
Genetic Support Foundation is hiring! We are seeking a Patient Services Coordinator to support and assist GSF's genetic counselors with clinical work and outreach projects. Visit our website to learn more: geneticsupportfoundation.org…
1
158
Did you catch our May newsletter? Get a quick glance at some of the May happenings at GSF. #genechat mailchi.mp/geneticsupport/gs…
1
231
Happy DNA day to you and yours from all of us at GSF! #genechat
2
320
The second post of the @ASRM_org series by @DevinShuman and @jennyrietzler is live. This time breaking down how their guidelines for gamete and embryo donation center cisgender, heterosexual couples. #IVF #genechat #LGBTQ blog.geneticsupportfoundatio…

LGBTQIA Discrimination and Eugenics in the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM)...

By Devin Shuman, MS, CGC and Jenny Rietzler, MS, CGC Hopefully after reading part one of our new series, LQBTQIA Discrimination and Eugenics in the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM)...

blog.geneticsupportfoundation.org
1
3
903
1
65
Meet the new faces of the GSF team in our March newsletter that went out last week! mailchi.mp/geneticsupport/gs… #genechat
1
206
Today is #RareDiseaseDay. Here at GSF we're privileged to spend every day celebrating rare diseases by helping families through clinical care and our advocacy efforts. Read through some of these efforts in this month's newsletter: mailchi.mp/geneticsupport/gs…
2
8
1,648
In the first post of a new blog series, GCs Devin Shuman and Jenny Rietzler, shed light on #LGBTQIA discrimination in the @ASRM_org gamete and embryo donation guidelines with a focus on sperm donors. #IVF #genechat blog.geneticsupportfoundatio…

LGBTQIA Discrimination and Eugenics in the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM)...

By Devin Shuman, MS, CGC and Jenny Rietzler, MS, CGC Have any of y'all read the most recent American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) recommendations for gamete and embryo donation lately?...

blog.geneticsupportfoundation.org
4
9
4,397
In honor of National Cancer Prevention month this February, we are reviving our blog post on three ways to approach cancer prevention. Awareness is the first step! blog.geneticsupportfoundatio… blog.geneticsupportfoundatio….

Cancer Prevention: 3 Steps to Take Today - Gene Cuisine: satisfying your appetite for genetic news...

Each year, cancer affects millions of people worldwide. In the U.S. nearly 40 percent of men and women will develop cancer in their lifetime. While developing cancer can be a concern, for many...

blog.geneticsupportfoundation.org
2
199
February is National Cancer Prevention month. Have you ever considered meeting with a cancer genetic counselor to talk through your family history of cancer? We're here to help. Call us today to schedule a telehealth appointment.
3
395
If you haven't yet subscribed to get our newsletter, now is the time! New subscribers will be entered into a raffle for an item from our Bonfire merch store. geneticsupport.us3.list-mana… #genechat
1
205
In the new mini-series Limitless, @chrishemsworth learns that he carries two copies of the APOE e4 gene variant. What does this mean? Our GC, Julie Simon, breaks this down in our newest blog post: blog.geneticsupportfoundatio… #alzheimersrisk #genechat

The Limits of Limitless - Gene Cuisine: satisfying your appetite for genetic news and information

by Julie Simon, MS, CGC In the new mini-series Limitless, Chris Hemsworth sets out to explore ways to combat aging and live a long and healthy life. It will come as no surprise to most that the...

blog.geneticsupportfoundation.org
1
1
8
1,455
Happy new year from all of us at GSF! We begin 2023 growing in line with our mission and have some exciting projects on the horizon. We look forward to all that is in store for us this next year. Sending good cheer to you and yours. #genechat
1
256
Last chance to help us reach our 2022 end of the year fundraising goal! Donate today at geneticsupportfoundation.org… #genechat #accesstoGCs
1
201
Looking for a last minute gift? Donate in honor of a loved one and give the gift of support in 2023 geneticsupportfoundation.org… #genechat #accesstoGCs
0:05
1
266
Check out this helpful guide surrounding the ins and outs of cell-free DNA screening published this past weekend from ProPublica and peep some quotes from our Executive Director, Katie Stoll propublica.org/article/pregn… #genechat

Pregnant? Here’s What You Need to Know About NIPTs

The noninvasive prenatal testing industry confuses patients and even some doctors. So we’ve created this guide to the tests, the accuracy of results, cost and more.

propublica.org
2
4
14,033
We are gearing up for the new year!🎉Our newsletter is getting a revamp with an updated issue coming out early January 2023. Be sure to subscribe to stay in the know: geneticsupport.us3.list-mana…
1
Ever wanted to sport some GSF swag? We have launched our Bonfire merchandise store. A perfect gift for a loved one (or a treat for yourself) this holiday season. Proceeds from sales will go to our financial assistance program. Happy shopping! #genechat bonfire.com/store/genetic-su…

Genetic Support Foundation | Official Merchandise | Bonfire

We are a non-profit independent genetic counseling organization

bonfire.com
1
Our #GivingTuesday fundraiser ends today. There is still time to contribute. Thank you again to all who donated! We appreciate you. facebook.com/donate/62366133… #genechat
2
Load more