Commemorating Genetic Counsellor Awareness Day 2020

Yoon Sook Yee, President, Genetic Counselling Society Malaysia

13-Nov-20 14:00

Commemorating Genetic Counsellor Awareness Day 2020

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In conjunction with Genetic Counsellor Awareness Day on the 12th of November, we shine a spotlight on the role of genetic counselling in the management and care of genetic diseases.

Head over to Genetic Counselling Society Malaysia's website at gcsocietymalaysia.org.my for more information. You can also check out their Facebook or Instagram.

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Tags: The Bigger Picture, The Daily Digest, Genetic Counsellor Awareness Day 2020, Genetic Counselling, Genetic Diseases, Genetic Disorders, Genetic Counselling Society Malaysia,

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