The Family Health Issue How tall are your mom and dad? Genetics account for 60 to 80% of our height. Our Families, Our Health Your closest relatives have a big influence on your health and wellness If your family has dealt with cancer, you're not alone. 54% of Americans say the disease has affected their immediate family. Do twins run in your family? Women with a mom or a sister who had fraternal twins are about 2x as likely to have fraternal twins themselves. Take a look at your parents' and siblings' mental health. People with a close relative with depression appear to have a 2x to 3x greater risk of developing the condition. PHOTO BY GETTY IMAGES Read on for more ways that your family affects your health and how you can be a catalyst for wellness. Sources: The New York Times, National Institutes of Health, CBS News poll WINTE R 2019 9