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Genetics and Genomics for Patients and the Public

ClinSeq researchers Les Biesecker, M.D. and Flavia Facio, M.S. meet with a study participant Visit our health information section, Genetics and Genomics for Patients and the Public. Written in a clear and straightforward way, the section covers everything from genetic and genomic science to pharmacogenomics, information on specific genetic disorders and how to create your own family health history. Go to: Genetics and Genomics for Patients and the Public.


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bullet Watch Family History: A Window On Your Health FlashPlayer icon
A conversation with NHGRI Director, Francis S. Collins, M.D., Ph.D. about the importance of family history. Interviewed by Dr. Greg Feero, head of NHGRI's Genomic Healthcare Branch.
bullet Family History: Everyone's Story
The National Human Genome Research Institute, in cooperation with the Office of the U.S. Surgeon General, has created a series of five public service announcements for health care providers. The announcements feature stories about how increased healthcare provider family history knowledge can improve the health of all Americans. These announcements are now available here for download and distribution. They were created in support of National Family History Day - Thanksgiving 2007.
bullet Genetic Testing: What It Means For Your Health and Your Family's Health (11 MB) PDF icon
A publication from the Trans-NIH Genetics Working Group for the Public
bullet Genetics and Rare Diseases Information Center
The Genetic and Rare Diseases Information Center (GARD) provides accurate, reliable and current information on genetic and rare diseases to patients and families, health care professionals and biomedical researchers. It was established by NHGRI and the Office of Rare Diseases (ORD).
bullet Featured Link: My Family Health Portrait
A Web-based tool to help you create a family health history.
bullet Finding Reliable Health Information Online
bullet Clinical Research and Trials Resources Online

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Last Updated: January 24, 2008



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