Public Health Research Guide

An introduction to fundamental topics related to human genetics, including illustrations and basic explanations of genetics concepts.

A Campaign created by the CDC and other agencies to caution those who are considering genetic testing.

The Genetic Testing Registry (GTR®) provides a central location for voluntary submission of genetic test information by providers. The scope includes the test's purpose, methodology, validity, evidence of the test's usefulness, and laboratory contacts and credentials. The overarching goal of the GTR is to advance the public health and research into the genetic basis of health and disease.

The Genetic and Rare Diseases Information Center (GARD) is a program of the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS). GARD provides the public with access to current, reliable, and easy-to-understand information about rare or genetic diseases in English or Spanish.

This organization focuses on promoting public awareness and encourages dialogue about genetics and the implications on health, humans, and the greater society.

Genetics Home Reference provides consumer-friendly information about the effects of genetic variation on human health.

On the NHGRI website, you will find information about genetic disorders and health conditions, the basics of genomic science, tools to put together family health history, online resources, and more.

NORD, a 501(c)(3) organization, is a patient advocacy organization dedicated to individuals with rare diseases and is committed to the identification, treatment, and cure of rare disorders through programs of education, advocacy, research, and patient services.

Provides scholarly research on the ethical, legal, and social aspect, including key issues, of genomics research.

GeneReviews provides clinically relevant and medically actionable information for inherited conditions in a standardized journal-style format, covering diagnosis, management, and genetic counseling for patients and their families.

Record of research & review relating to heredity in man & to the application of genetic principles in medicine, psychology, antrhopolgy, & the social sciences as well as in related areas of molecular and cell biology.

Critical articles reviewing significant developments in all aspects of the field of genetics aimed at advancing the science.

Focuses on case reports in all areas of genetics.