Course
Objectives: |
This workshop
will introduce the concepts of human genome epidemiology (HuGE),
which translates gene discoveries to disease prevention by
integrating population-based data on gene-disease
relationships with the development of interventions.
Course participants will acquire conceptual and practical
tools for critically evaluating the growing scientific
literature in this area.
After the
course, participants should be able to:
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Recognize 3 features that define the emerging
field of human genome epidemiology and its
relationship to human genetics, epidemiology, and the
evaluation of genetic tests and services.
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Identify
3 types of data needed to translate genetic
discoveries into public health recommendations and
interventions.
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Use 3 criteria to review and evaluate such data
in the scientific literature.
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Target
Audience: |
Health
professionals trained in epidemiology, genetics, or preventive medicine who are interested in the
intersection of these disciplines. Participants should
know the basic concepts of epidemiology and genetics.
Note:
This workshop is not intended for persons seeking an
in-depth introduction to either epidemiology or genetics.
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Course
Format: |
Lectures will provide an overview of human genome epidemiology,
including impact of the human genome project on
epidemiologic research; measuring gene-disease
associations and gene-environment interactions;
integrating the evidence from population-based studies
into prevention activities; and translating genetic
advances into improved health outcomes.
Case
studies will allow practice in describing the
population distribution of gene variants; summarizing
gene-disease associations in terms of environment and
gene-gene interactions; and characterizing biochemical and
DNA tests in terms of analytic validity, clinical
validity, and clinical utility.
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Course Materials: |
Participants
will receive scientific articles to read in advance and
should bring a calculator to the workshop.
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Faculty: |
Wylie
Burke, MD, PhD, Women's Health Care Center,
University of Washington, Department of Medicine
Janice S. Dorman, PhD, Department of Epidemiology,
University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public Health
Darrell Ellsworth, PhD, National Heart,
Lung, and Blood Institute, National Institutes of Health
Jan M. Friedman, MD, MS, PhD, Children's
and Women's Health Center, University of British
Colombia
Muin J. Khoury, MD, PhD, Office of Genomics and Disease Prevention, Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention
Julian Little, PhD, Department of Medicine
and Therapeutics, University of Aberdeen Medical School,
Scotland
Karen Steinberg, PhD, National Center for
Environmental Health, Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention
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Registration
Information: |
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Workshop
Location: |
Radisson Inn at
Executive Park
2061 North Druid Hills Road (intersection
of I-85 North)
Atlanta, GA 30329
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Overnight
Accommodations: |
Radisson Inn at
Executive Park
A block of twenty-five (25) guest rooms, named "CDC/Office of Genetics," is being held at the rate of
$91.84 per night (including tax) until April 21, 2000 at 5
pm.
phone 404-321-4174 fax
404-636-7264
toll free 800-333-3333
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Amenities: |
Direct access
from Atlanta-Hartsfield International Airport.
Restaurant in hotel, Continental breakfast available.
Hotel shuttle to Lenox Square and 3-mile vicinity.
Approximately 2 miles to most CDC Atlanta locations.
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Information:
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Send questions
to Genetics Mailbox,
Or call: 770-488-3235
Office of Genomics and Disease Prevention
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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