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A curriculum for environmental genetics education.

S E Vandale1, E Bingham

  • 1Department of Environmental Health, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, Ohio 45267-0056, USA. vandalse@email.uc.edu

American Journal of Preventive Medicine
|October 6, 2000
PubMed
Summary

A new curriculum educates the public on environmental genetics and genetic testing, addressing ethical concerns and policy issues. This initiative aims to improve public understanding of gene-environment interactions and their health implications.

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Area of Science:

  • Environmental genetics
  • Human health
  • Genetic testing

Background:

  • Environmental genetics explores gene-environment interactions, crucial for human health advancements.
  • Genetic testing growth presents ethical, legal, and social challenges.
  • Increasing genetic information necessitates public education on scientific progress and policy.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a public curriculum on environmental genetics and genetic testing.
  • To foster public awareness and understanding of complex genetic and environmental health topics.

Main Methods:

  • An outreach project, LEGENDS (Learning Exchange for Genetic and Environmental Disease Solutions), was established.
  • Curriculum features thematic modules, lectures, discussions, and interactive small-group exercises.

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  • Over 100 individuals have participated in instructional sessions.

    • Main Results:

    • The curriculum effectively educates participants on environmental genetics.
    • It addresses critical policy issues related to genetic testing.
    • The program fosters understanding of gene-environment interactions.

    Conclusions:

    • The curriculum is a valuable resource for public genetics education.
    • This project offers a model for other organizations in genetics outreach.
    • Enhanced public understanding can navigate ethical and social implications of genetic advancements.