State Genetics Plan Table of Contents

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Oklahoma Genetics Advisory Council Endorsement

Executive Summary

Who is Affected by Genetics?

History of Genetics at the Oklahoma State Department of Health and the Oklahoma Genetics Advisory Council (OGAC)

From Peas to the Human Genome Project

What are Genetic Services, an Overview

Genetic Clinical and Laboratory Services in Oklahoma

Genetic Confidentiality and Discrimination, a Cause for Concern

Genetic Testing in the Workplace — EEOC Settles Under ADA

Existing Federal Anti-discrimination Laws and How they Apply to Genetics

Oklahoma House Bills 3169 and 1368

Genetics and Public Health, Why Does Oklahoma Need a State Genetics Plan?

Five-year Action Plan for Genetics in Oklahoma

Goal 1: Education

Introduction
Action Plan

Goal 2: Public Health Genetics Infrastructure

Introduction
Action Plan

Goal 3: Genetic Testing and Screening

Introduction (Section 1, Section 2)
Action Plan

Logic Model, the State Genetics Plan at a Glimpse

References and Acknowledgments

Oklahoma Family Stories:
The Spannagel family story about a neural tube defect (NTD)
The Moomey family story about cystic fibrosis
The Smith family story about sickle cell disease
Briana and Amanda’s story about Phenylketonuria (PKU)