For Patients and Families
Genetic diseases impact not only patients but their whole families. These resources will help you understand genetic diseases and the importance of knowing your family health history.
![Partnership for Community Outreach and Engagement in Genomics | NHGRI](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20201218023858im_/https://www.genome.gov/sites/default/files/4.2.1.1_southcentral_foundation_collins_conversation.jpg)
The partnership engages communities on genomics, informs and shares perspectives, and impacts the focus of research.
![Patients](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20201218023858im_/https://www.genome.gov/sites/default/files/media/images/2020-10/familyhistory_patients_dynamic.jpg)
Guidance on collecting your family health history information before visiting the doctor.
![Doctor with holding a pill with a DNA double helix](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20201218023858im_/https://www.genome.gov/sites/default/files/media/images/2019-10/healthFAQ_pharmacogenomics_dynamic.jpg)
FAQs about genetic disorders, the impact of genomics on your health, and the emerging science of pharmacogenomics.
![​Genetic Disorders | NHGRI](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20201218023858im_/https://www.genome.gov/sites/default/files/4.2.5_Genetic_Disorders.jpg)
A list of genetic, orphan and rare diseases under investigation by researchers at or associated with the National Human Genome Research Institute.
![Genetic and Rare Diseases Information Center | NHGRI](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/web/20201218023858im_/https://www.genome.gov/sites/default/files/4.2.4-Genetic-and-Rare-Diseases-Information-Center.jpg)
The Genetic and Rare Diseases Information Center helps people find useful information about genetic and rare diseases.
Last updated: October 6, 2020