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What is “prevention” in the context of genetics and public health?

April 26, 2017context genetics prevention Public Health

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What is “prevention” in the context of genetics and public health?

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“Prevention” concerns the use of medical, behavioral, and environmental interventions to reduce the risk for disease and disability among people susceptible because of their genetic makeup. It does not include efforts to prevent the birth of infants with specific genotypes.