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The Parallels, Pearls, and Perils of Health and Genomic Literacy
1Duquesne University School of Nursing, 600 Forbes Avenue, 542C Fisher Hall, Pittsburgh, PA 15282, USA.
Abstract:
Considering the rapid evolution of -omics science and the ever-changing world of precision health care, nurses must seek opportunities to improve their genomic literacy. The parallels of health literacy and genomic literacy provide both pearls and perils. Knowing that low health literacy is associated with low utilization of health care services, we must prevent the same trajectory with genomic literacy. The recognition of health literacy and genomic literacy in Healthy People has the potential to yield better outcomes for all groups. Nurse champions are needed to generate and adopt policies that guide the integration of genomics into practice and education.
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