Obesity is often a combination of genetic and lifestyle factors. Genetics can influence metabolic pathways, appetite control, and energy storage. Leptin resistance can lead to increased appetite and ...

Maria Branyas Morera was the world’s oldest person when she died at 117 last year. Now, scientists have searched within her ...

In an era where medical advancements are rapidly evolving, genetic testing has emerged as a powerful tool in the fight against cancer, particularly ovarian cancer. Dr. Kevin Holcomb, chair of ...

What makes every person unique? Part of the answer is in our genes.

An affordable new BRCA gene test has hit the market, but who should take it? — -- A new genetic testing kit that hits the market today is the most affordable, and arguably one of the simplest, ...

Spanish researchers say Maria Branyas Morera, who lived to 117, won a genetic lottery. But experts caution that healthy genes ...

Three scientists learned they carry genes that dramatically increase their risk for Alzheimer's disease. Now they're working ...

Maria Branyas Morera once posted on social media about her love for yogurt, saying it "gives life," and hers was a long one.

Scientists analyzed data from more than one million users of 23andMe and found associations between certain genes and stuttering ...

Editor’s note: On May 19, Regeneron Pharmaceuticals announced that it was the successful bidder in the bankruptcy auction to buy 23andMe and its assets for $256 million. Regeneron says it will ...