Health Communication Research Group

Herbert is a 4-year-old toy poodle and bichon frisé mix, originally from Indianola, Iowa. While he's a tiny dog, he has a big personality and regularly protects his home from other dogs by barking at them through the window at a safe distance. He is in constant need of attention, though that bodes well when he needs to visit the groomer or veterinarian. Herbert enjoys walks, snacks, and toys that crinkle (including an odd obsession with plastic bottles that crinkle).

In a study from Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah (the U) and NYU Langone Perlmutter Cancer Center, researchers found that a specialized chatbot can effectively assist patients in deciding whether to pursue genetic testing, offering an alternative to traditional genetic counseling.