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Sunday: Dor Yeshorim Screening

The Dor Yeshorim program is coming to Crown Heights to conduct life-saving genetic testing for young men in shidduchim. Full Story

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proper testing is essential
December 1, 2016 11:58 pm

Anyone who has a family member who is suffering from a genetic disorder can attest to the fact that proper testing is essential!
Although Dor Yesharim was the first organizational of its kind, they unfortunately don’t do all of the necessary screening which leads us to a false sense of security for ourselves and our children.
I would recommend you do your own research before blindly following the masses by being in contact with organizations such as Jscreen.org and Jnetic.org for proper guidance in this very necessary test.

Optional panel
December 1, 2016 7:43 pm

Should not be optional but mandatory!! As well there are additional genetic diseases not being tested for!! Be educated!!

Make sure you know....
December 1, 2016 7:30 pm

There are actually 39 ashkenazik genetic diseases. Even doing the full panel does not cover all the diseases. JScreen.org is a much more comprehensive test and is very affordable.

IMPORTANT
December 1, 2016 7:07 pm

I have a family member who did not take the extra screening and they are dealing with a child with a life threatening illness.
You MUST take the extra panel for further testing.
See Jnetic.org or Jscreen.org for more information.

to #1
December 1, 2016 6:54 pm

Does it matter? Get tested, please, for the welfare of yourself and family. Any cost is worth is. Believe me, knowing if you’re a carrier of a disease can save you an immense about of future pain. (Il;e having a child with TAY-Sachs.)

To #2 FYI
December 1, 2016 5:49 pm

The optional test covers only 16 out of the the 38 genetic diseases. If you don’t choose the option you are tested for only 9. Let’s EDUCATE ourselves with the Emes. Don’t trust me, check this out for yourself.

Correct email address
December 1, 2016 5:38 pm
2 tests
December 1, 2016 4:32 pm

I highly recommend all individuals with whom I work to have the BASIC and the extra optional test. It is not that much more expensive. No extra blood needs to be taken. And definitely pays to take the extra precautions.
Rabbi Moishe Raitman
http://www.shadchancoach.com

fee
December 1, 2016 3:56 pm

free? or fee?

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