DNA Demystified: A Guide to Cracking Your Genetic Code

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In honor of Genealogy Week, Harford County Public Library presents DNA Demystified: A Guide to Cracking Your Genetic Code, a virtual program, on January 26 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Uncover the stories hidden within your genes, connect with relatives and gain a new appreciation for the science that links us all. Join Jamie Lee McManus Mayhew for an introduction to genealogy DNA testing, where she’ll demystify scientific terms and concepts so that you can understand your own genetic code. She will also cover the different types of genealogy DNA tests available today and explain what each test can reveal about your ancestry and which is best suited for your personal goals. In addition, the session will cover important ethical considerations, privacy concerns and the limitations of DNA testing. Mayhew serves as president of the APG Writers SIG, a director of the Genealogical Speakers Guild and director of the Oakhurst, Ca., FamilySearch Center. Advanced registration is required at https://programs.hcplonline.org/event/14723931.