Can Our Genes Tell The Future? - Genetic Risk Assessment for Healthy Heart!

Can Our Genes Tell The Future?
#AskTheExpert about
Genetic Risk Assessment for Healthy Heart!

🩺 Numen Health is joined by *Dr. Ramprasad, CEO of MedGenome Labs Limited, India*, to discuss the fascinating subject of genetic testing.

💡 Learn more about how genetic risk assessment can identify inherited conditions, possible mutations, or changes in our cells or tissues — in order to prevent and treat a range of diseases.

🗓️ Join us on 30 May 2024 at 7 PM to explore this eye-opening topic!

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*Numen Overview:*
Numen specializes in genetic testing to understand individuals' genetic risk factors and provide preventive insights into various diseases, including heart diseases.

*Summary of The Discussion:*

*Introduction & Welcome (0:00-4:00)*: Dr. Ram Prasad, CEO of MedGenome, discusses the objective of explaining complex medical topics with highly experienced experts.
*Dr. Ram's Background (4:00-5:45)*: Discussion on Dr. Ram’s passion for genetics, his 20-year career as a human geneticist, and the founding of MedGenome.
*Genetics Overview (5:45-10:30)*: Explanation of genetic codes, chromosomes, and DNA, emphasizing the Mendelian laws of inheritance and the central dogma of molecular biology.
*Hereditary Traits and Example Differences (10:30-15:45)*: Discussion about genetic factors and environmental influences, explaining polygenic and monogenic diseases.
*Heart Disease Factors (15:45-23:15)*: Differentiation between monogenic and polygenic heart diseases; the impact of lifestyle on genetic predisposition to heart diseases.
*Importance of Knowing Genetic Risk (23:15-30:00)*: Benefits of genetic screening to modify lifestyle for better health outcomes, mentioning that polygenic risks are influenced by multiple genetic factors.
*Screening vs. Diagnostic Tests (30:00-42:00)*: Difference between screening and diagnostic tests; description of polygenic risk scoring, emphasizing that screening identifies predispositions and influences preventive measures.
*Future of Genetic Testing (42:00-50:00)*: The emerging role of genetic testing in standard medical care, suggesting omics-based approaches will become more prevalent.
*Q&A and Concluding Thoughts (50:00-end)*: Final remarks on the importance of combining genetic knowledge with a healthy lifestyle for overall well-being.

Key Takeaways:
Genetic tests can identify both modifiable lifestyle risks and non-modifiable genetic risks.
A balanced approach integrating lifestyle changes with genetic insights can lead to better health outcomes.
Future medical care may increasingly incorporate omics approaches, enhancing personalized healthcare.

Dr. Ram's Closing Thought:
"You are what you eat, and you are what your genes are. Understanding both aspects can lead to a healthier lifestyle."