Welcome
The Center for Genomics and Public Health at the University of Washington is an educational training and resource center. The Center serves as a regional hub of expertise in genomics and public health with a focus on translating genomic information into practical public health knowledge. In addition, the Center provides expertise in integrating genomics into programs and practice.
A Message from the Director
As Director of the UW Center for Genomics and Public Health since 2001, Dr. Karen Edwards has observed great strides and recurring barriers in the field. Public health genomics remains uniquely positioned to facilitate translation of genomic findings into practice. Read more
CDC Updates
The Genomics and Health Impact, published weekly by the Office of Public Health Genomics (OPHG), offers links to genomics news and publications relevant to public health.
Online Lectures Offered by the Center
New! We have added seven new videos to our collection of instructional videos. The new videos include four presentations from our 2010 Summer Institute in Public Health Genetics on Policy and Health Economics, and three other presentations on basic public health genomics concepts including An Overview of Genetic Epidemiology, and Using BRFSS in Public Health Practice.
Genomics & Family History Survey Questions
In order to better understand the emerging genomic issues in public health, we have a comprehensive collection of genomics and family history survey questions from select state and federal population surveys from 1999-2011. This compilation includes questions from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) surveys, the Healthstyles survey, and more. The compilation is a go-to resource for identifying public health issues as they develop.
Future of Public Health Genetics
The current funding climate may pose a challenge for public health agencies trying to integrate genomics into their programs, but CGPH Director Dr. Karen Edwards remains optimistic. She believes that CGPH's online tools and resources will help in filling these gaps.
Spotlight Newsletter
Our Spotlight newletter series is a brief overview intended for the general public. Each Spotlight features a specific health condition with a known genetic component.
November is Family Health History month -- Read more about how to draw a family health history and why it matters.
