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Would You Use an Over-the-Counter Genetic Test?
Tue May 11, 2010 2:06 PM EDT
Starting Friday, Walgreens shoppers can buy an over-the-counter genetics test from Pathway Genomics at 7,500 stores across the country. Priced at $20 to $30, the kit claims to offer information on users' possibility of developing conditions like Alzheimer's disease, breast cancer, or diabetes. Access to the scientific analysis online, however, costs another $79 to $179. Researchers are cautioning consumers, saying that without a full evaluation of other factors, like lifestyle and environment, genetic testing is incomplete when diagnosing a potential illness.

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Total of 1,590 votes - click on the "Display Comments" bar below to sort comments

58.1%
Yes -- People should be able to find out potentially troubling health news in the privacy of their own home.
923 votes

28.9%
No - Any health information should be heard it from a doctor who can provide more information.
459 votes

13.1%
Maybe - I'm not sure I want to know what I'm genetically predisposed to.
208 votes

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Yes -- People should be able to find out potentially troubling health news in the privacy of their own home.
Information is good as long as we understand what the results really mean and it's important to followup with the doctor.

2 votes
#1
- Jen-459351
- 4:10 pm EDT on Tue May 11, 2010
Yes -- People should be able to find out potentially troubling health news in the privacy of their own home.
I am very much looking forward to taking one of these tests.
3 votes
#2
- Adry.Must.Die
- 8:59 pm EDT on Tue May 11, 2010
Maybe - I'm not sure I want to know what I'm genetically predisposed to.
I am for this, but the information in the wrong hands could possibly become a "pre-existing' condition for insurance. It could be used to
2 votes
#3
- Garyschnid-1488640
- 12:10 am EDT on Wed May 12, 2010
No - Any health information should be heard it from a doctor who can provide more information.
This is not easy B&W info people are dabbling with. Joe or Jane six-pack can't figure the data out unaided.
1 vote
#4
- Leonard Rockstein
- 1:38 am EDT on Wed May 12, 2010
Yes -- People should be able to find out potentially troubling health news in the privacy of their own home.
This option gives lower income people the chance to see if they might have a reason to see actual doctor$ if their test is positive.
3 votes
#5
- Joseph D
- 5:50 am EDT on Wed May 12, 2010
Maybe - I'm not sure I want to know what I'm genetically predisposed to.
I have enough worry in my life without some test telling me what might happen.
1 vote
#6
- K L Rife
- 7:02 am EDT on Wed May 12, 2010
Yes -- People should be able to find out potentially troubling health news in the privacy of their own home.
People should be able to use this but then, always check results with a board certified physician.
1 vote
#7
- Stella-948464
- 9:35 am EDT on Wed May 12, 2010
Maybe - I'm not sure I want to know what I'm genetically predisposed to.
Genetic testing benefits genealogist and scientist who study disease patterns. I'd be skeptical of the AMA using personal information.
1 vote
#8
- Karin Wilson
- 6:17 am EST on Sun Nov 14, 2010
No - Any health information should be heard it from a doctor who can provide more information.
Yeah, And I believe home abortion equipment should be included with the "infallible" testing product to abort positive results. Idiots.
1 vote
#9
- William-2380399
- 2:58 pm EST on Sat Dec 18, 2010
Yes -- People should be able to find out potentially troubling health news in the privacy of their own home.
Is this why I can buy name brand drugs in Canada for 1/4 of the price? In my case, I have good enough HC that covers most of the cost! Phew
#10
- John-2414513
- 4:14 pm EST on Sat Dec 18, 2010
Yes -- People should be able to find out potentially troubling health news in the privacy of their own home.
yes! absolutely.
#11
- Eugenicum
- 3:36 am EDT on Thu Apr 14, 2011
Yes -- People should be able to find out potentially troubling health news in the privacy of their own home.
Good Idea! people should be forewarned of impending medical problems, People have a right to know so they can seek medical help.
#12
- marv brilliant
- 6:15 am EDT on Thu Apr 21, 2011
No - Any health information should be heard it from a doctor who can provide more information.
its important that your doctor knows especialy when proscribing drugs and its more accurate at a doctors office.
#13
- Olivia-3370509
- 6:07 pm EDT on Mon Apr 25, 2011
Yes -- People should be able to find out potentially troubling health news in the privacy of their own home.
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#14
- 30698963
- 11:45 am EDT on Tue May 17, 2011
Yes -- People should be able to find out potentially troubling health news in the privacy of their own home.
Caveat: Privacy is suspect as genetic information is valuable to a potential employer seeking to avoid "burdening" his health care plan.
#15
- ibsteve2u
- 3:32 am EDT on Thu Aug 4, 2011
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Poll says more Americans are fans of dogs than cats. Do you agree?
Thu Jan 7, 2010 7:37 PM EST
Results with 2 short comments
Total of 254 votes

61.4%
Yes, the poll seems to reflect popular sentiment.
156 votes

38.6%
No way, cats rule.
98 votes

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No way, cats rule.
Wrong! 18 cats (all fixed and current shots, btw), my husband and I love 'em all. Try informing people there IS a poll before AP calls it!
#16
- benni1023fm
- 1:53 am EST on Sun Jan 10, 2010
No way, cats rule.
Dogs are smart & stupid at the same time! It's truly amazing!
#17
- STAR69
- 12:07 am EDT on Thu Mar 24, 2011
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— Filed under: dogs, cats
What do YOU think was the best story of 2009?
Mon Dec 14, 2009 6:37 PM EST
Results

CSU's "Pat McCue"
#18
- Kayla D
- 12:46 pm EST on Wed Dec 30, 2009
The best of the year was Tiger Woods for FLUFF and Obama/detainees for substance.If you want more on Woods email me at ceeestory@gmail.com
#19
- bigmikecraft
- 3:49 pm EST on Sat Jan 2, 2010
Un-super Size Me. It is inspiring that so many people are sharing and living rather than accumulating things.
#20
- Karin Wilson
- 6:26 am EST on Sun Nov 14, 2010
For ME, 09 was when my nephew, serving in the 82nd Airborne, got to come home, Purple heart, 3 Oak Leaf clusters....that was MY best story!
#21
- John-2414513
- 3:18 am EST on Fri Jan 14, 2011
The Meeting of Wisdom and Power
I
Oh, hear the cries that come together,
Two storms, where chaos of heart discontented melodies,

Lust driv
#22
- Roderick M. F. Petty-2966993
- 2:28 pm EDT on Wed Aug 24, 2011
I'm trying to find information about the oil drilling jobs in North Dakota that was on Monday night's news.
#23
- Ruth Fleming
- 12:55 pm EDT on Wed Nov 2, 2011
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Was President Obama's inauguration one of the best stories of 2009?
Mon Dec 14, 2009 6:32 PM EST
Results with 1 short comment
Total of 94 votes

11

39.4%
(37 votes)
1

28.7%
(27 votes)
10

10.6%
(10 votes)
6

6.4%
(6 votes)
9

4.3%
(4 votes)
2

4.3%
(4 votes)
4

2.1%
(2 votes)
5

2.1%
(2 votes)
3

1.1%
(1 vote)
8

1.1%
(1 vote)
7

0%
(0 votes)
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1
Yes it was historic and wonderful although it has polarized the entire country. I guess some folks never believed it could happen.
#24
- ralinur
- 8:42 pm EST on Mon Nov 29, 2010
{"contentId":"3633006","totalVotes":"94"}
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Is Twitter a fad?
Mon Dec 14, 2009 6:26 PM EST
Results
Total of 41 votes

1

19.5%
(8 votes)
2

17.1%
(7 votes)
5

14.6%
(6 votes)
11

14.6%
(6 votes)
6

9.8%
(4 votes)
8

7.3%
(3 votes)
4

4.9%
(2 votes)
9

4.9%
(2 votes)
3

2.4%
(1 vote)
10

2.4%
(1 vote)
7

2.4%
(1 vote)

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Didyou reward Ford for refusing a bail out?
Mon Dec 14, 2009 6:25 PM EST
Results with 4 short comments
Total of 57 votes - click on the "Display Comments" bar below to sort comments

11

35.1%
(20 votes)
1

15.8%
(9 votes)
5

10.5%
(6 votes)
6

8.8%
(5 votes)
2

5.3%
(3 votes)
9

5.3%
(3 votes)
8

5.3%
(3 votes)
3

3.5%
(2 votes)
10

3.5%
(2 votes)
7

3.5%
(2 votes)
4

3.5%
(2 votes)
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6
I didn't buy a Ford, as I don't drive, however years ago, my Dad-in-law,worked for them for over 25yrs. The next car we buy will be a Ford!
#25
- John-2414513
- 4:56 pm EST on Sat Dec 18, 2010
11
Yes. An erroneous overpositive perception of esp. Asian autos has become pervasive & is reinforced by national news sources. Ford rocks!
#26
- wehrlybird-2886445
- 4:35 pm EST on Sat Jan 8, 2011
11
Yes, all future cars will be fords!
#27
- Tomcat-3771216
- 7:32 pm EDT on Tue Jul 19, 2011
11
Yep. I'll keep buying them...
#28
- clemsontigerfan-3884503
- 6:51 pm EDT on Tue Aug 9, 2011
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- 8 comments
Were you stunned by the discovery of water on the moon?
Mon Dec 14, 2009 6:23 PM EST
Results with 2 short comments
Total of 40 votes

1

15%
(6 votes)
8

12.5%
(5 votes)
9

12.5%
(5 votes)
3

10%
(4 votes)
10

10%
(4 votes)
11

7.5%
(3 votes)
6

7.5%
(3 votes)
4

7.5%
(3 votes)
7

7.5%
(3 votes)
2

5%
(2 votes)
5

5%
(2 votes)
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4
NO, I would say any well formed planetary/satellite body has water as a by-product of it's creation.
#29
- JimTN-3229159
- 10:23 am EDT on Sat Jun 11, 2011
1
Actually I believe I'd be more stunned at learning the monetary amount and man hours in making this discovery for water their, your or my l
#30
- Iconspired2
- 3:45 pm EDT on Wed Oct 19, 2011
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- 2 comments
What did you think of the Hudson River Miracle?
Mon Dec 14, 2009 6:21 PM EST
Results with 2 short comments
Total of 70 votes

11

61.4%
(43 votes)
10

15.7%
(11 votes)
1

7.1%
(5 votes)
9

4.3%
(3 votes)
8

4.3%
(3 votes)
4

2.9%
(2 votes)
6

1.4%
(1 vote)
3

1.4%
(1 vote)
7

1.4%
(1 vote)
2

0%
(0 votes)
5

0%
(0 votes)
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10
Once that happened, the only thing I could think of was, I bet they retire an excellent pilot, due to his age. Forget exper. Tom Brokaw-to
#31
- John-2414513
- 3:23 am EST on Fri Jan 14, 2011
1
Don't think its a miracle for one. The pilot did his job. Is it a miracle the plumber unplugs your toilet?
#32
- bob4max
- 9:19 pm EDT on Wed Jun 22, 2011
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Article Source: Newsvine
from:Newsvine
Many docs disregarding new mammogram guidelines
Seeded By Sam Go
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Seeded on Wed Nov 18, 2009 7:41 PM EST (Newsvine)
Nov. 17: : Despite new recommendations reversing breast cancer screening advice, some doctors at major U.S. cancer treatment centers say that, for now, they plan to stick with existing guidelines and screen their 40-something patients every year. NBC Chief Medical Editor Dr. Nancy Snyderman reports.
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— Filed under: health, featured
Newsvine Q & A: Chuck Todd on U.S. Politics
Thu Nov 5, 2009 3:17 PM EST
I'm Chuck Todd, NBC News Chief White House Correspondent and author of "How Barack Obama Won." Please join me for another Q&A session here on Newsvine where we'll be discussing U.S. politics. Feel free to post your questions here in advance, and remember to vote for your favorite questions by clicking the small arrow in each comment box. You can also read more political news and analysis on Firstread.msnbc.com.
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— Filed under: us-news, politics, first-read, newsvine-q-a

11	39.4% (37 votes)
1	28.7% (27 votes)
10	10.6% (10 votes)
6	6.4% (6 votes)
9	4.3% (4 votes)
2	4.3% (4 votes)
4	2.1% (2 votes)
5	2.1% (2 votes)
3	1.1% (1 vote)
8	1.1% (1 vote)
7	0% (0 votes)

1	19.5% (8 votes)
2	17.1% (7 votes)
5	14.6% (6 votes)
11	14.6% (6 votes)
6	9.8% (4 votes)
8	7.3% (3 votes)
4	4.9% (2 votes)
9	4.9% (2 votes)
3	2.4% (1 vote)
10	2.4% (1 vote)
7	2.4% (1 vote)

11	35.1% (20 votes)
1	15.8% (9 votes)
5	10.5% (6 votes)
6	8.8% (5 votes)
2	5.3% (3 votes)
9	5.3% (3 votes)
8	5.3% (3 votes)
3	3.5% (2 votes)
10	3.5% (2 votes)
7	3.5% (2 votes)
4	3.5% (2 votes)

1	15% (6 votes)
8	12.5% (5 votes)
9	12.5% (5 votes)
3	10% (4 votes)
10	10% (4 votes)
11	7.5% (3 votes)
6	7.5% (3 votes)
4	7.5% (3 votes)
7	7.5% (3 votes)
2	5% (2 votes)
5	5% (2 votes)

11	61.4% (43 votes)
10	15.7% (11 votes)
1	7.1% (5 votes)
9	4.3% (3 votes)
8	4.3% (3 votes)
4	2.9% (2 votes)
6	1.4% (1 vote)
3	1.4% (1 vote)
7	1.4% (1 vote)
2	0% (0 votes)
5	0% (0 votes)

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