Her Health & Genes
Clear, well-sourced writing on women's health and medical genetics — from hormonal conditions to hereditary risk — for anyone who wants to understand their body and their genes a little better.
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Medical Genetics
How Mitochondrial DNA Is Inherited: Why It Only Comes From Mom
Unlike the rest of your DNA, mitochondrial DNA is passed down from mothers only. This short clip and explainer covers how that works — and why it matters for families with mitochondrial conditions.
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Medical Genetics
What Is Genetic Counseling, and When Should You Consider It?
Genetic counseling isn't just for people with a diagnosis already in hand — it's useful before pregnancy, during it, and any time family history raises a question worth investigating. Here's how it works.
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Women's Health
The Three Stages of Menopause, and What to Expect at Each
Menopause isn't a single event — it's a multi-year transition with three distinct stages, each with its own hormonal shifts and symptoms. Here's what happens at each stage.