scholarly journals Implementation of public health genomics and applications to public health dentistry

2019 ◽  
Vol 80 (S1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Debra Duquette
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Public Health Genomics ◽  
Public Health Dentistry

scholarly journals Public Health Genomics: The Essentials

2010 ◽  
Vol 32 (2) ◽  
pp. 292-293
Author(s):  
H. Burton
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Public Health Genomics

Are We Prepared for Precision Public Health? An Examination of Genomics Content in Graduate Public Health Programs

2021 ◽  
pp. 003335492110557
Author(s):  
Karen L. Niemchick ◽  
Ally Goerge ◽  
Amy H. Ponte
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
United States ◽  
The United States ◽  
Genome Project ◽  
Public Health Workforce ◽  
Public Health Genomics ◽  
Master Of Public Health ◽  
Precision Public Health ◽  
Populations At Risk ◽  
Genomics Education

Objective With the completion of the Human Genome Project and swift development of genomic technologies, public health practitioners can use these advancements to more precisely target disease interventions to populations at risk. To integrate these innovations into better health outcomes, public health professionals need to have at least a basic understanding of genomics within various disciplines of public health. This descriptive study focused on the current level of genomics content in accredited master of public health (MPH) programs in the United States. Methods We conducted an internet search on all 171 Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH)–accredited MPH programs in the United States for genomics content in required and elective courses using the search terms “genetics,” “genomics,” and “molecular.” Results Of the 171 CEPH-accredited MPH programs examined, 52 (30.4%) schools and programs in 34 states offered some type of genomics education. Thirty-five (20.5%) schools and programs had a course in genetic epidemiology, 29 (16.9%) had a course in genetic biostatistics or bioinformatics, and 17 (9.9%) had a course in general public health genomics. The remaining 119 offered no course with a focus on genetics or genomics. In addition, some electives or specifically focused courses related to genomics were offered. Conclusion We found inadequate training in public health genomics for MPH students. To realize the promise of precision public health and to increase the understanding of genomics among the public health workforce, MPH programs need to find ways to integrate genomics education into their curricula.

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