Information for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

Your Blood, Your Story: Info about your genetics and DNA

If you would like to learn more about your DNA and genes, watch this video:

“Your blood, your story” Let’s have a yarn about DNA, genes and genetic health

This video was put together by the Indigenous Genomics Health Literacy Project (IG-HeLP) at QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute.

Genetic Health Queensland (GHQ)

GHQ is a free Queensland Health service that provides diagnosis, genetic testing and information to individuals and their families. To access GHQ, you will need a referral from your GP or specialist.

To find out more, talk to your doctor.

You might benefit from a referral to GHQ if:

• You have a developmental, intellectual or physical disability
• You are concerned about your risk of a genetic condition
• You have a personal and/or family history of a known genetic condition or cancer
• You are concerned about the chance of passing on a genetic condition in a current or future pregnancy

You can find out more information about your appointment or referral here.

You can click on your home region to open or download a copy of our brochure. Each brochure contains the same information, but each separate region contains custom artwork from a local indigenous artist.