Human Genome Epidemiology

New Edition of Human Genome Epidemiology Book Published

CDC’s Office of Public Health Genomics and global leaders in the field of human genome epidemiology partner with Oxford University Press to release the second edition of Human Genome Epidemiology. This book is primarily targeted to basic, clinical, and population-based researchers who study genetic factors related to common diseases. The book contains all new content focusing on practical applications of human genome variation in clinical practice and disease prevention. New developments in methods for collecting, analyzing, and synthesizing genetic data are discussed as well as issues regarding the application of human genomic information in clinical and public health practice. Public health professionals, health care providers, policy makers, and students may also find the book useful for learning about evolving methods for discovering and using genetic information in medicine and public health in the 21st century. Access selected chapters: please, see carefully each access[http://www.cdc.gov/genomics/resources/books/2009_HuGE/index.htm]

Human Genome Epidemiology 2nd Edition: Building the Evidence for Using Genetic Information to Improve Health and Prevent Disease
Edited by Muin Khoury, Sara Bedrosian, Marta Gwinn, Julian Higgins, John Ioannidis, and Julian Little. (2009). [http://www.oup.com/us/catalog/general/subject/Medicine/EpidemiologyBiostatistics/?view=usa&ci=9780195398441]