Human genetic disease, any of the diseases and disorders that are caused by mutations in one or more genes. 1  With the increasing ability to control infectious and nutritional diseases in developed countries, there has come the realization that genetic diseases are a major cause of disability, death, and human tragedy.
Lancaster is situated within the Blackland Prairie region of Texas, which is characterized by level to gently rolling topography. Ten Mile Creek and its tributaries are a major drainage feature in and around the city.
16.6%. According to our research of Texas and other state lists there were 53 registered sex offenders living in Lancaster, Texas as of April 11, 2017. The ratio of number of residents in Lancaster to the number of sex offenders is 714 to 1. The number of registered sex offenders compared to the number of residents in this city is smaller than the state average. Nearest city with pop. 50,000+: Dallas, TX (13.7 miles , pop. 1,188,580).