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The Genome Era: What It Means To You

Former NHGRI Director Francis S. Collins talks about the future of genomic research and the implications for health and disease.

	Additional Online Resources for Dr. Collins' Webcast
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Additional Online Resources for Dr. Collins' Webcast

• Human Genome Sequence Resources [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
• U.S. Surgeon General's Family History Initiative [hhs.gov]
• All About the Human Genome Project
• Learning About Progeria
• Ethical, Legal and Social Implications Program Fact Sheet
• Genetic Discrimination in Health Insurance Fact Sheet

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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