The accessibility of at-home DNA testing means that practically anyone can send away for a kit and learn about their family history, genetic ancestry and medical information. But some people get more ...

I analysed how easy it was to do the swab and how the results were presented (Brittany Miller/The Independent) An increased curiosity around family history has led to a rise in the popularity of ...

More than 30 million people globally have done a family history DNA test, but few realise this multi-billion dollar industry's origins trace back to the Mormon church. Michael Usry's dad donated DNA ...

This segment is sponsored by Ashley HomeStore. Ann in Richton Park wrote in to say: "My 18-year-old son wants to do a DNA test with Ancestry.com. The issue is my husband never knew his father. His ...

Two major Australian health insurers, Bupa and Medibank, have started offering genetic testing meant to tell you your likely ...