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Talking Glossary
Genetics is the branch of biology concerned with the study of inheritance, including the interplay of genes, DNA variation and their interactions with environmental factors.
Media Availability
Type 2 diabetes is a disease that affects ten percent of the world's population, but the genetics underlying the disease remain poorly understood.
… A comprehensive investigation of the underlying genetic architecture of type 2 diabetes has unveiled the most detailed look at the genetic differences that increase a person's risk for disease … 2 diabetes; however, it remains unknown exactly how these genetic changes, known as variants, are distributed among …
Policy Issues
In 2008, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act was passed into law, prohibiting discrimination by employers and health insurers.
… wonder if participating in genetics research or undergoing genetic testing will lead to being discriminated against … and cures. This page provides an overview of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) and … requesting genetic information and/or genetic tests as a condition of employment. The regulations  governing …
News Release
The American Society of Human Genetics and NHGRI have teamed up to sponsor the new Genetics and Education Fellowship.
For Patients and Families
FAQs about genetic disorders, the impact of genomics on your health, and the emerging science of pharmacogenomics.
… have assembled answers to frequently asked questions about genetic disorders, the impact of genomics on your health, and … science of pharmacogenomics. … Health FAQs … FAQs about genetic disorders, the impact of genomics on your health, and … Undiagnosed Disease, Genetic Disease, Genetic Condition, Genetic Disorder, Genetic Counseling, Genetic …
Genetic Disorders
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurological disorder that affects a person's ability to control their behavior and pay attention to tasks.
… with ADHD. Research has shown that ADHD can have a genetic basis, which means that it is likely that a person … What causes ADHD? … Why is ADHD considered a neurological condition? … What are some of the other conditions that are … ADHD, Attention Span, Autism, Neurological Disorder, Genetic Disorder, Genetic Condition, Gene Mutation … …
Genetic Disorders
Duchenne muscular dystrophy is a rapidly progressive form of muscular dystrophy caused by a mutation in the DMD gene.
… people from families without a known family history of the condition. Individuals who have DMD have progressive loss of … boys are classified as having Becker muscular dystrophy. Genetic testing (looking at the body's genetic instructions) on a blood sample for changes in the …
Professional Development
ASHG and the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) co-sponsor the Genetics Education and Engagement Fellowship to support early-career genetics professionals wishing to transition to careers in genetics education and public engagement.
Professional Development Programs
The Genetics and Public Policy Fellowship is designed for individuals interested in the development and implementation of genetics-related health and research policies at a national level.
News Release
A team from the NIH has surmounted a major obstacle to testing potential drug therapies for a rare, genetic condition called Gaucher disease.
… obstacle to testing potential drug therapies for a rare, genetic condition called Gaucher disease. Researchers from the … alterations that cause Gaucher disease were an important genetic risk factor for developing the more common disorder …