Welcome to the home of the Chicago Center for Jewish Genetic Disorders, a collaborative effort of the Jewish United Fund/Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago and Children's Memorial Hospital.
This site is for anyone concerned about the genetic health and well-being of individuals and families in the Jewish community.
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It is estimated that everybody carries 6 - 8 disease-producing genes, which would be harmful if passed on to our children by both mother and father. Many racial and ethnic groups have "their own" genetic disorders which are not unique to the group, but which occur more frequently in the group. The "Jewish" genetic disorders are a group of conditions that are more common among individuals of Jewish descent. Although these disorders can occur in the general population, they do so at a significantly lower frequency than in the Jewish population.
To view the latest on genetics in the news Visit CCJGD’s News Page |
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Join Us for Our 10th Anniversary Celebration
Support the Center and enjoy an evening of fine dining, engaging conversation and inspiring stories at Chicago’s prestigious Standard Club. Pulitzer Prize winner Amy Harmon will deliver the keynote address and lead a panel discussion on 
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Registration Now Open for Fall 2009 Genetic Education and Screening Programs! Tuesday, September 1, 2009 Anshe Emet Synagogue Tuesday, December 8, 2009 Temple Sholom of Chicago |
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| For News, Press Releases and Special Reports Visit CCJGD's News Page |
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| Learn more about the EARLY Act, Educating Young Women About Breast Cancer |
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Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz has introduced legislation to fund nationwide education and awareness programs about breast cancer in young women. Learn more about the EARLY Act and action steps through the United Jewish Communities.
