Genetics

It's in the genes
Yoland Antill/Counterpart (AUS, 2021)
Dr Yoland Antill, Medical Oncologist and Cancer Genetics specialist explains how genetics can influence cancer and determine treatment options.
(webinar)

Cancer patients booklets and pamphlets
Centre for Genetics Education, NSW Health (AUS)
PDF resources providing information for people who have an increased chance of getting cancer because of their family history. Covers a range of topics including genetic testing for families with a risk of ovarian cancer.
(PDF resources)

Physical aspects: Genetics
Chris O’Brien’s Lifehouse (AUS, 2013)
This video discusses the role of genetics in gynaecological cancers. Includes women discussing their own personal experiences, as well as a specialist nurse and social worker. Includes talking with family members about genetic cancers, and the links between ovarian cancer and BRCA and Lynch Syndrome genes. YouTube sometimes suggests videos on similar topics. Please be aware that these other videos have not been reviewed for the Navigator, and may not be reputable.
 (YouTube video)

Lynch syndrome
Cancer Council Victoria (AUS, 2024)
Explanation of Lynch Syndrome, the risks and how they can be managed. Includes a link to a family tree mapping tool.
 (web)

Lynch Syndrome (LS)
Macmillan (UK, 2022)
This section of the website explains Lynch Syndrome, how it is inherited and diagnosed, and what screening is available. As this resource is UK-based, treatment and support services are not available to Australians.
 (web)

Family cancer centres
Cancer Council Victoria (AUS, 2022)
List of services that can provide genetic testing and advice in Victoria.
(web)

Find a genetics clinic
Genetic Support Network of Victoria
Search for genetics services within Victoria. On results pages, services are listed by type and may include a section on ‘Cancer Genetics Clinics’. For services nationwide, scroll down to the link to a full list of Australian clinical genetics services.
 (web)