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Public Health Genomics

Public Health Genomics is a multidisciplinary field concerned with the effective and responsible translation of genome based knowledge and technologies to improve population health (Bellagio Statement, 2006).

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Data

State Cancer Profiles (CDC, NCI) - Statistics for prioritizing cancer control efforts

Collaboration

Research to Reality (NCI)

• Interactive community of practice for discussion, learning, and enhanced collaboration around evidence-based practice

Research Synthesis

Evaluation of Genomic Applications in Practice and Prevention - Recommendations for public health genomics

• Breast Cancer
• Colorectal Cancer

U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (Federally supported) - Recommendations on screening, counseling, and preventive medications

• Breast & Ovarian Cancer
• Colorectal Cancer, Screening

Additional Research Evidence Reviews

• Breast Cancer:
  • Breast Cancer Outcomes, Gene Expression Profiling Tests
  • Genetic Risk Assessment and BRCA Mutation Testing for Breast and Ovarian Cancer Susceptibility
  • HER2 Testing to Manage Patients with Breast or Other Solid Tumors
• Ovarian Cancer:
  • Ovarian Cancer, Genomic Tests
• Colorectal Cancer:
  • Hereditary Nonpolyposis Colorectal Cancer: Diagnostic Strategies and Their Implications
  • DNA testing strategies aimed at reducing morbidity and mortality from Lynch syndrome
  • Can UGT1A1 Genotyping Reduce Morbidity and Mortality in Patients with Metastatic Colorectal Cancer Treated with Irinotecan?
  • Screening for Colorectal Cancer, Updated Systematic Review

Cochrane Reviews

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Programs

Research-tested Intervention Programs (NCI, SAMHSA) - Summary statements, ratings and program materials from cancer prevention and control studies

• Public Health Genomics

Sample program:

• "Breast Cancer Risk & Genetic Testing" - Designed to enhance knowledge in the decision making process for genetic testing for breast cancer susceptibility

Evaluation

Reach Effectiveness Adoption Implementation Maintenance (RE-AIM)

• This site provides an explanation of and resources for those wanting to apply the RE-AIM framework; the RE-AIM framework is designed to enhance the quality, speed, and public health impact of efforts to translate research into practice

Plan

Comprehensive Cancer Control Plans
Comprehensive Cancer Control Budgets

• State, tribe and territory plans

Guidance for Comprehensive Cancer Control Planning (CDC)

• General Guidelines for developing a comprehensive cancer control plan

Prevention & Care Management (AHRQ)

• Resources and materials for linking research and practice

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