Michigan: A new national survey found that one in five parents reported being diagnosed with a genetic disease in their child, while nearly half expressed concerns about passing genetic diseases to their child.
A survey conducted by the University of Michigan Health CS Mott Children’s Hospital for Children’s Health found that two-thirds of parents want their family doctor to recommend methods for their child that include family history screening. I can avoid health problems.
Sarah Clarke, co-director of the survey, said the report emphasizes the need for parents to have accurate information about their family health history. Parents play a key role in understanding and addressing their child’s health concerns, including congenital health issues.
