Jnetics, the leading organisation in the UK for Jewish genetic health, is excited to announce the return of Jnetics on Campus University Screening Week for the 4th year running, which will take place from the 18th to 24th November 2024. We are delighted to able to offer this service for FREE to any students at university in the UK with at least one biological Jewish grandparent.
Through a simple cheek swab, done in the comfort of their own home, students will be screened for 47 recessive disorders, helping them make informed decisions about the health of their future family.
Over 1 in 3 people of Jewish descent are carriers of at least one of the disorders covered by Jnetics. The conditions covered by the Jnetics recessive screening test can lead to devastating health conditions in children, if both parents are carriers, and can occur even when there is no known family history.
Unless screened, carriers often go undetected until it is too late. The best time to screen for these conditions is before starting a family as it gives individuals the greatest number of reproductive options to avoid having an affected child in the future, should they be identified as a carrier. By participating in Jnetics’ screening programme, students can gain valuable insight into their genetic backgrounds and take proactive steps in family planning when the time is right.
By signing up for screening during this dedicated week, students can not only enhance their personal health knowledge but also contribute to a healthier future for the entire community. “Jnetics believes that knowledge is power” explained Nicole Gordon CEO. “By empowering our young adults with genetic information, we pave the way for healthier families and communities.” She added.
How to participate:
Students need to register for screening by 10th November, by visiting https://www.jnetics.org/oncampus/
For more information about Jnetics and the University Screening Week, please contact the Jnetics Team at students@jnetics.org.
