family history
noun
1
: past occurrences (of a medical or mental health condition) in family members or past incidences (of a type of behavior) by family members
They have a family history of heart disease.
a family history of violence
2
: a record of one's ancestors
He can trace his family history all the way back to the Pilgrims.
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His medical records, bank records and personal family history were dissected, mocked, and vilified.
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Chris Willman, Variety, 11 Mar. 2026
His medical records, bank records, and personal family history were dissected, mocked, and vilified.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 11 Mar. 2026
This may include more frequent testing depending on other health conditions, a strong family history of heart disease, or additional risk factors.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 9 Mar. 2026
Substance abuse disorders and underlying mental health conditions such as depression, bipolar disorder and anxiety are noted suicide risk factors, along with a family history of suicide.
—Sam Manzella, Flow Space, 5 Mar. 2026
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Chris Willman, Variety, 11 Mar. 2026
His medical records, bank records, and personal family history were dissected, mocked, and vilified.
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 11 Mar. 2026
This may include more frequent testing depending on other health conditions, a strong family history of heart disease, or additional risk factors.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 9 Mar. 2026
Substance abuse disorders and underlying mental health conditions such as depression, bipolar disorder and anxiety are noted suicide risk factors, along with a family history of suicide.
—Sam Manzella, Flow Space, 5 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for family history
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“Family history.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/family%20history. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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