Hennessy Institute for Cancer Prevention and Applied Molecular Medicine
Empowering People to Take Action and Screen for Early Detection and Prevention of Cancer
At the Hennessy Institute -- which is associated with Hackensack Meridian Health John Theurer Cancer Center (JTCC) -- we make it possible for individuals to take control of their health and reduce the impact of cancer. Our free and simple cancer risk assessment is the first step to understanding your personal risk and helping you live a healthier life. Our team guides you through results and can combine technology, genomics and AI to intercept cancer at the earliest possible point, when it’s easier to treat or prevent a diagnosis altogether.
Who Should Take a Cancer Risk Assessment?
Individuals who are well and want to learn their risk for cancer.
If you are worried because of family history, or just curious about your personal risk, this provides you valuable information.
Individuals who have personal history of past cancer who are in remission.
A member of our team can work with individuals with a prior cancer diagnosis to review their risk assessment results and understand risk of a future cancer.
Why Should You Consider Risk Analysis?
Frequently Asked Questions
Cost should never be a barrier to testing. Most insurance plans cover genetic testing when indicated. Pre-authorization may be needed for some managed care programs. If an individual’s insurance does not cover the testing, the Hennessy Institute team will discuss resources available to help offset the costs of testing.
The risk assessment is a free online tool that can be accessed by anyone, anywhere. If additional consultation is required, appointments can be in person at the Hennessy Institute at Totowa, NJ., or done virtually. Further testing or screenings can be scheduled at Hackensack Meridian Health locations. (Services will expand to Hennessy Institute headquarters in a new ambulatory facility in Clifton, New Jersey near Hackensack Meridian’s School of Medicine and Center for Discovery and Innovation in early 2025.)
For more information or to schedule an appointment, call the Hennessy Institute at 862-657-4227 or email us at HICAP@hmhn.org