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Welcome to the Family Cancer Genetics Network (FCGN), a network of centers providing cancer genetics services. We anticipate many new and promising discoveries about inherited cancer susceptibility, or cancer that "runs in families" over the next few years. Our main goal is to provide the most comprehensive information about cancer genetics and new research studies to individuals and families affected by hereditary cancer. The FCGN is creating a list, or registry, of people who may be willing to take part in cancer genetic research studies. Agreeing to become a member of the registry gives you the opportunity to learn about these new studies and, if you are interested and eligible, to choose to be in one. It does not mean that you have to take part in future research studies. If you have a personal or family history of cancer, we invite you to participate in the FCGN registry . Participants will be kept informed of the most current news and research in hereditary cancer. Examples of FCGN research studies include studies to identify the causes of cancer in families, and studies to develop methods for early detection and prevention of cancer. Information provided to the FCGN is kept in strict confidence to the extent provided by law and protected by the latest safeguards. To find out more about participating in the FCGN, please visit how to participate. Information about specific types of genetic testing for inherited cancer is found in the section Learn More. We hope you will be willing to participate with us in the fight against cancer. If you have any questions, please email or call us at (800) 456-3434, ext. 4990 for the center nearest you, and we will be happy to share any information about the FCGN. Sincerely,
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