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Talk to highlight genetic risk in Shetland

Chloe Irvine August 30, 2024 0
Talk to highlight genetic risk in Shetland

Viking Genes will hold a talk to explain genetic changes that have become more “common” in Shetland — with an increased risk of conditions such as cystic fibrosis. 

Chief investigator of Viking Genes Jim Wilson said there are 10 different founder variants affecting various parts of Shetland — including Aith, Burra and Yell. 

The talk will be held at the Shetland Museum on Tuesday 10th September from 7pm-8.30pm.

This comes after it was revealed in June those with Whalsay ancestry are at a significantly higher risk of getting cancer. 

Read the full story in next week’s Shetland Times. 

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