Health and Traits

This week, we released a new report powered by 23andMe Research on Psoriasis for 23andMe+ Members. The autoimmune condition is characterized by discolored, itchy, and scaly patches of skin often...

Instead of being treated for an illness, most of us would prefer to avoid getting sick in the first place. But in large measure, our health care system isn’t geared...

This week, we released a new report on Glaucoma for 23andMe+ Members.  Glaucoma refers to a group of eye conditions that cause damage to the optic nerve, which relays information...

Kim Gugliotta, 56, fills her plate with healthy foods like legumes, vegetables, chicken, fish, and tofu. She walks for at least 30 minutes a day. And she’s a regular on...

An estimated 10-15 percent of adults in the US suffer from irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), a chronic condition that affects the large intestine. Symptoms of the disorder include abdominal pain,...

For Twosday (Tuesday 2/22/22) We're sharing a story we did a few years back about identical twins. Twins are endlessly fascinating for us as humans, and their stories are embedded in our folklore and mythology. But twins and the study of twins is also a cornerstone for genetic research helping us better understand the heritability of different traits, conditions and diseases. Check out these stories.

23andMe adds a new report for 23andMe+ members on diverticulitis, a common but not well-known condition that affects the gut.  

Why do we love what we love? For Valentine's Day 23andMe looks at the genetics behind what we love, and how your DNA influences on our preferences and tastes.

Editor’s note: Since we last posted this we’ve added two new health reports and so we’ve updated this post for Heart Health Month 2022.  February is American Heart Month: a...

Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer, but it’s also one of the most preventable. Fortunately, knowing your risk along with protecting your skin from the sun can lower...