Tagged Posts: "Precision Medicine" (6)


Understanding Pharmacogenomics — How Individuals Process Medications

Medications help people with day-to-day ailments and medical issues, but have you ever really thought about how? Q102's Jennifer Fritch learns the science behind pharmacogenomics. Read More

Posted March 20, 2023 | By Jennifer Fritsch, Q102 radio personality; and Jennifer Wick, PharmD, MPH, BCACP, Assistant Director of Pharmacy for Ambulatory Services
How Your DNA Can Impact the Medications You Take

Learn how genetic medication counseling is helping patients achieve better outcomes by tailoring their prescriptions to their DNA. Read More

Posted December 01, 2022 | By Healthspirations Staff
When Traditional Treatments Don’t Stop the Spread of Cancer: Sheila's Story

Learn how clinical trials at The Christ Hospital offer hope for patients like Sheila Roush, who are fighting cancer who are running out of conventional treatment options. Read More

Posted November 24, 2021 | By The Christ Hospital Precision Medicine team
How Genetic Testing Helps Identify Family Risk for Heart Disease

Patient Paige Gabbard was diagnosed with a heart condition in her early forties. When two of her siblings subsequently developed heart failure, she thought there might be a familial link and sought genetic counseling. Read her story to learn more. Read More

Posted May 07, 2021 | By The Christ Hospital Genetic Counseling Team
High-Risk Cancer Screening: Molly's Story

For patients like Molly Stuart, knowing a family history of cancer can make all the difference when it comes to prevention. Read her story and learn more about The Christ Hospital's High-Risk Cancer Screening Clinic Read More

Posted January 13, 2021 | By Healthspirations Staff
How Precision Medicine is Revolutionizing Cancer Detection and Treatment

Family history can play a role in cancer risk, but how do you know how much? Read what B105's Chelsie learned about genetic counseling, precision medicine, and how they can help with being proactive. Read More

Posted January 04, 2021 | By Chelsie, B105 radio personality; and Burns Blaxall, PhD, Director, Precision Medicine, The Christ Hospital