Family history is a record of the diseases and health conditions in your family. Family history includes all of these factors, any of which can affect your health. Most people have a family health history of chronic diseases, such as cancer, heart disease, and diabetes. A health screening will only pick up health conditions that are present at the time of screening. Being aware of your family history is an important part of a lifelong wellness plan.

Source: The Standard December 18, 2020 00:00 UTC