![]() ![]() (For best printout, see the PDF version.) New: Interactive Handy Reference Guide to the Fair Labor Standards Act (PDF) Small Business Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act of 1996 (SBREFA).I have been advised that cancers can be prevented, or detected and treated at an early stage if people follow risk management recommendations, even if they do not have a test. If you do not wish to have a genetic test, I strongly encourage you to have an appointment with a genetic service or local doctor. If you attend for an appointment you are not under any obligation to have a genetic test. Appointments and the genetic tests arranged by a genetics clinic are often free of charge. If you would like to know more about any of the information contained in this letter please call your local genetics clinic and ask to speak to a genetic counsellor, details of a genetics clinic cancer be found at ( insert details) or arrange to see your local doctor who can also help you get more information. has a small increased risk of developing ( insert cancer types OR certain cancer types).could pass the gene fault onto their childĪ man who has inherited this gene change:.is at increased risk of developing ( insert cancer types OR certain cancer types).The ( name of genetics service) holds information about this family gene change, our family reference number is (insert name).Ī woman who has inherited this gene change: It has been found that our family has been shown to have a genetic condition caused by a change in the gene known as (insert name of gene). I am writing to share with you some information that may be relevant for your health and/or the health of your children. Example letter template for sharing genetic risk in writing ![]() If you would like to know more about any of this information, it is best to call your local genetics clinic and ask to speak to a genetic counsellor or if you would prefer, I can give you details of the genetics clinic I have been speaking with. Not everyone wants to know if they have or have not inherited the gene change although it is still important to get advice from genetic specialists on the type and frequency of medical check-ups which can still be accessed without having to have a gene test. If you have inherited the gene change there are effective ways of managing the increased cancer risks. It is possible to find out if you have or have not inherited the gene change by having an appointment with a genetics service which will organise a genetic test (blood test). Not everyone who inherits the gene change will develop cancer. If they have children, they have a 50% risk of passing the gene fault to their child(ren). Those family members who test positively with this faulty gene have an increased risk in developing ( insert cancer types OR certain cancer types). The ( name of genetics service) holds information about this family gene change. ( If they wish to continue the discussion….) Alternatively, be prepared for the person to shut down the conversation – don’t push if they are not ready) ( Be prepared for the person to wish to discuss this immediately. ( It you may be a good idea to set up a time to discuss further in person or via skype if you are not in the same area). You may also like to have someone else with you during the conversation. This information may be relevant for your health and/or the health of your children.īefore I continue, I am happy for you to take some time to think about if and/where/how you might like to discuss this in further detail. I am getting in touch with you because I have some important information that I feel you have a right to be informed about. Example script for sharing genetic risk verbally Alter these templates to best suit your own communication style and/or relationship of the person you are speaking with. Communication Templates We have created a written and verbal example template for you to use as a guide when communicating with your family. ![]()
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