What is Public Health Genetics and Genomics?
Public health genetics and genomics is applying genetic and genomic information to improve population health and help prevent disease.
Public health genetics and genomics programs have various goals and activities, including:
• Conducting research to better understand how genetics impacts health
• Providing education about genetics
• Offering genetic services like genetic counseling or genetic testing
• Helping patients and families access support resources
• Creating policies to help with genetic conditions
Who is involved in Public Health Genetics and Genomics?
Many different people and organizations work together in the field of public health genetics and genomics. The image below summarizes some of the many participants in this field. We hope that you join us for the events during Public Health Genetics and Genomics Week to learn about some current public health genetics work.
Why is Public Health Genetics Important?
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PHGW Daily Themes
- Day 1, May 27th: Public Health Genetics & Genomics: Learning from Our Past
- Day 2, May 28th: Empowering Through Knowledge: Education in Public Health Genetics & Genomics
- Day 3: May 29th: Innovating for Impact: Public Health Genetics & Genomics in Action
- Day 4: May 30th: The Future is Now: Current Research in Public Health Genetics & Genomics