Many diseases, including some forms of cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and depression, can be passed on from generation to generation.

Knowing your family's medical history is important. This knowledge helps your doctor understand your risk for a particular disease and determine your screening and treatment options accordingly.

So, how much of your family's medical history do you know? Take our poll and let us know.

How much of your family's medical history do you know?

Almost nothing
Bits and pieces
Major diseases and treatments
Every little detail

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