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Parkview nurse shares impact of free genetic testing
WANE 15 • • health
Key Points:
- Parkview Health in Fort Wayne offers free genetic testing through its DNA Insights program, aiming to enroll 100,000 participants to educate the community about genetic health risks, including breast cancer.
- Briana Gross, a 28-year-old ICU nurse, discovered she carries a BRCA2 gene mutation through the program, which led her family to get tested and resulted in early detection of breast cancer in her mother and aunt.
- Early detection through genetic testing allowed Gross’ family members to receive treatment at very early stages, avoiding aggressive therapies like chemotherapy and radiation.
- The program has identified over 500 individuals in the community carrying BRCA gene mutations, highlighting the importance of genetic screening even for those unaware of their family medical history.
- Parkview’s genetic testing also screens for heart disease risk, empowering individuals to make informed health decisions, and Gross encourages others to overcome fear and get tested for potentially life-saving information.
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