The CGEN Project: Development, Implementation and Testing of Genetics Education Materials for Use in Community and Clinical Settings
Author(s)
Diane Gross, MPH, Penny Kyler
Document Description
The Community Genetics Education Network (CGEN) project is a collaborative agreement between the March of Dimes and the Health Research and Services Administration to develop, implement, evaluate, and disseminate culturally and linguistically appropriate genetics education interventions using participatory and responsive approaches. The goal is to increase genetic literacy in underserved communities, with the expectation that this will lead to more informed health-related decision-making, increased consultation and open dialogue with primary care providers and genetic specialists, and adoption of healthier lifestyles.
Date Added
June 24, 2009
Keywords
genetic alliance conference 2009, discovering openness in health systems, cbpr, genetics education, cgen project
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Document Description
The Community Genetics Education Network (CGEN) project is a collaborative agreement between the March of Dimes and the Health Research and Services Administration to develop, implement, evaluate, and disseminate culturally and linguistically appropriate genetics education interventions using participatory and responsive approaches. The goal is to increase genetic literacy in underserved communities, with the expectation that this will lead to more informed health-related decision-making, increased consultation and open dialogue with primary care providers and genetic specialists, and adoption of healthier lifestyles.
Date Added
June 24, 2009
Keywords
genetic alliance conference 2009, discovering openness in health systems, cbpr, genetics education, cgen project