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Inverting the Genetics Curriculum

The July 2009 issue of the American Journal of Human Genetics carried a very interesting paper titled, "Closing the Gap: Inverting the Genetics Curriculum to Ensure an Informed Public." This paper, by Dr. Michael J. Dougherty, director of education at the American Society of Human Genetics, proposes that genetics instruction should begin with a focus on quantitative variation and common, complex traits, including the diseases that constitute the major causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide.

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In 2006, NCHPEG published on its website a set of principles of genetics in the context of common disease. This document is a good companion piece to Dr. Dougherty's paper and might provide some helpful guidance for the development of instructional materials and programs about quantitative variation and common traits.

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Race, Genetics, and Healthcare

Watch the NCHPEG CME Broadcast "Race, Genetics, and Health Care: What we know and what it means for your patients". NEW supplementary content, "Some Frequently Asked Questions and Answers about Race, Genetics, and Healthcare", is now available.
- Watch the broadcast online
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- FAQ about Race, Genetics, and Healthcare

The mission of NCHPEG is to promote health professional education and access to information about advances in human genetics to improve the health care of the nation.