Last updated: October 24, 2017
Genomics: Towards a Healthier You
Genomics: Towards a Healthier You
Genomics: Towards a Healthier You features Barbara Biesecker, Ph.D., a genetic counselor at NHGRI. The webcast presents information on why genetics is important to health, plus information on genetic counseling as a career.
- Additional Online Resources for Barbara Biesecker's Webcast
- General Online Resources
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Additional Online Resources for Barbara Biesecker's Webcast
- NIH Lifeworks Interview with Barb Biesecker [science-education.nih.gov]
- Overview of Genetic Counseling [ornl.gov]
- National Society of Genetic Counselors [nsgc.org]
- Genetic Counseling Training Programs [kumc.edu]
- Sickle Cell Disease Association of America [sicklecelldisease.org]
General Online Resources:
- Talking Glossary of Genetic Terms
- Genetic and Rare Diseases Information Center
- Genetic Home Reference: Your Guide to Understanding Genetic Conditions [ghr.nlm.nig.gov]
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