Public and Consumer Education

ASHG’s genetics education initiatives for consumers and the media primarily focus on information about basic scientific concepts in human genetics research including:

• Advances in human genetics research and clinical applications

• The role of genes and the environment in influencing health and disease

• The importance of family health history information

• Direct-to-consumer genetic testing and test regulation

• Genetic discrimination and related health care legislation

ASHG also works in partnership with other genetics organizations that promote educational programs and resources for consumers and health care providers