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Cynthia's story: Finding her voice

With her creative spirit and warm smile, Cynthia is the kind of person who makes an impression the moment you meet her.

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Making decisions and being faced with conversations about genetic testing can be difficult. There is a lot of information available which can feel overwhelming, especially when you may not be familiar with some of the language. Use the glossary list below to get to know some of these words and help you start to break down some of the information available. 

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Germline genetic testing and understanding your genes doesn’t have to be confusing. This infographic aims to make it easier to understand for you, and your family.
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Getting any test result can cause a mix of emotions. Talking about them can help. This page can help you work through your next steps.
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Getting a genetic test is your choice, and you may have lots of questions. Take time to read this information to help make the best choice for you.
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Understanding genetic testing and making the choice about whether it is right for you can be daunting. It is important you get the support you need.
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The science of genes and how they can sometimes be linked to cancer can sound complicated. Let’s try and break it down.
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Myeloma and Me offers support to people with multiple myeloma and their loved ones. It features wellbeing resources around mental, physical, and emotional health as well as practical advice to communicate effectively and manage appointments.

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Understand the support services available to ALK+ lung cancer patients and how patients can better advocate for themselves and live with the emotional impacts of being diagnosed.
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Explore the impact of brain metastases on the daily life of ALK+ lung cancer patients, and how healthcare providers need to act fast to catch up with the science.

PP-UNP-GBR-4525 / April 2023