From the desk of Bronya (Ms B)

INHERITED RISKS (Health Conditions In The Family)

Osteoporosis

Heredity is a factor in about 50% of cases

Asthma

Two-thirds of asthma patients have a close relative with the disease. If neither parent has asthma, the odds of their child developing the disease are less than 15%.

Obesity

Studies show there is a storn grelation between parents' & children's body sizes, whereas family environment alone has no apparent effect.

Periodontal Disease

Heredity is a risk factor in about 50% of cases.

Melanoma

The more relatives who have had melanoma, the higher your risk.