Human genetics information on the Web

被引:1
作者
Abu-Amero, K [1 ]
机构
[1] King Faisal Specialist Hosp & Res Ctr, Dept Genet, Mol Genet & DNA Diagnost Lab, Riyadh 11211, Saudi Arabia
来源
JOURNAL OF THE ROYAL SOCIETY FOR THE PROMOTION OF HEALTH | 2003年 / 123卷 / 02期
关键词
genetics; information; Internet; public health; websites;
D O I
10.1177/146642400312300214
中图分类号
R1 [预防医学、卫生学];
学科分类号
1004 ; 120402 ;
摘要
The genetics revolution is in full swing, especially following the recent release of the complete human genome sequence which will change forever the world in which we Eve by providing potential for new drugs and therapies and the means of preventing inherited generic diseases. As a result of establishing the whole human genome sequence and the associated media publicity, the general public have become familiar with and more eager to learn about the subject of genetics and its potential impact on both their own lives and those of their families. One of the main sources of information available to the public today is the World Wide Web. Vast amounts of information are contained in the numerous websites available through die Internet. However, finding the right information can be very tedious, especially with the huge number of websites currently available. This article guides the public to key websites and webpages that cover information on genetics. All sites listed here have been tested and proven to be beneficial and informative.
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页码:102 / 104
页数:3
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