Medical genetics company Invitae has collaborated with The Outer Banks Hospital to reinforce the efficacy of universal hereditary cancer genetic testing for all breast cancer patients, regardless of their location. The study found that a majority of patients benefited from the knowledge gained from testing, and this influenced their treatment decisions. The results also suggest that adopting such testing universally can optimize care and reduce unnecessary utilization of healthcare resources.
Former Defense Contractor Sentenced to Over 10 Years in Prison for Attempted Espionage
From the U.S. Department of Justice: John Murray Rowe Jr., 67, of Lead, South Dakota, was sentenced today to 126 months in prison followed by