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The Challenges and Impact of Human Genome Research for Minority Communities proceedings
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Conference Objectives The project was an Information Conference on the Human Genome Project: The Challenges and Impact of Human Genome Research for Minority Communities. This two-day conference was designed primarily for representatives of minority communities, including community leaders, representatives of minority organizations, educators, collegiates, government officials, fraternal groups, religious organizations representatives, civic, medical, social, business and professional organizations. It was open to the public. The project’s broad objective was to raise the level of awareness, in minority communities, of the rapid strides being made in human genome research and the background of the HGP, its potential and value to minorities; particularly in the area of health care; to clearly identify issues that are important to the minority community and avenues for more involvement of this community; and to explore post-conference ways of continuing input from and update of minorities. Through presentations, workshops and open discussions, the conference addressed the ethical, legal and social issues raised by human genome research; its impact on treatments for such health problems as cancer, sickle cell anemia, and other physical and mental health problems. The conference agenda also addressed how to develop and enhance career interest (of younger people, in particular, and all in general) in genetics and related sciences and business development.
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The online presentation of this publication is a special feature of the Human Genome Project Information Web site. |
