Thanksgiving is not just a day of sharing thanks with family, but it is also a time of sharing vital family medical history.

Ohio State’s Comprehensive Cancer Center – James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute has developed a free, online assessment tool called Family HealthLink that allows individuals to enter their family medical history and determine their risk for both cancer and coronary heart disease.

Created by the Clinical Cancer Genetics and Medical Genetics Programs, the survey takes approximately 15 minutes to complete and provides a printable risk assessment that can be used for discussion with a physician or genetic counselor.

To access Family HealthLink, go to https://familyhealthlink.osumc.edu or call the Clinical Cancer Genetics and Medical Genetics Program at The James at 614-293-6694 or toll free at 1-888-329-1654.