Genes and Your Health Series: The Impact of Ancestry on Genes and Health Disparities
Mayo Clinic Talks26 Juni 2025

Genes and Your Health Series: The Impact of Ancestry on Genes and Health Disparities

Host: Denise M. Dupras, M.D., Ph.D.

Guest: Melissa Davis, Ph.D., Director of the Institute of Translational Genomic Medicine at Morehouse School of Medicine

In this insightful episode, Dr. Melissa Davis delves into the profound influence of genetic ancestry on health outcomes and disparities. Her pioneering work in disparities genomics sheds light on how biological determinants intersect with systemic marginalization to exacerbate cancer health disparities. Dr. Davis discusses groundbreaking research linking ancestry to tumor biology, particularly in breast, prostate, and gynecologic cancers. This episode offers a compelling narrative on the evolving immune system's role in tumor aggressiveness and resistance to standard care, offering a new lens for addressing health inequities.

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