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{"title":"Informational, Support, and Educational Needs of Parents of Children with Sickle Cell Trait.","authors":"Molly Lynch, Rebecca Wright, Melissa Raspa, Marian Sullivan","doi":"10.1159/000545911","DOIUrl":"10.1159/000545911","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Given that sickle cell disease (SCD) is a heritable condition, it is important for people who have sickle cell trait (SCT) to be aware of their status and understand their risks. This paper explores the information, education, and support needs of families whose child screens positive for SCT through newborn screening.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>We interviewed multiple types of key informants, including family members, healthcare providers, and representatives from national SCD organizations and community-based organizations, and state newborn screening programs.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>We found that notification and counseling related to SCT are often deprioritized and less timely than for SCD. Few systems track follow-up for these infants and ensure that the results reach families as SCT does not require immediate treatment. Parents reported receiving minimal follow-up and health-related information from healthcare providers.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Increasing patient-provider communication about SCT and connecting families to services could have a lasting impact on generational health.</p>","PeriodicalId":49650,"journal":{"name":"Public Health Genomics","volume":" ","pages":"176-179"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144019719","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Facilitating Equitable Access to Genomic Testing for Advanced Cancer: A Combined Intuition and Theory-Informed Approach to Intervention Development and Deployment.","authors":"Rona Weerasuriya, Joseph Elias, Melissa Martyn, Sophie O'Haire, Clara Gaff, Kortnye Smith, Jayesh Desai, Natalie Taylor","doi":"10.1159/000544946","DOIUrl":"10.1159/000544946","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Rapid advancements in genomic testing have revolutionised cancer care diagnostics and treatment. However, keeping pace with the evolving genomics knowledge is a challenge for oncologists who are not genomic experts. This detrimentally impacts on equitable patient access to related services and benefits which require training in genomics. In Australia, cancer incidence, survival, and mortality rates are significantly worse in the most socioeconomically disadvantaged areas compared to the least disadvantaged areas. Guided by implementation science methods, the research aimed to determine how to support oncologists with varying levels of genomic expertise to tailor optimal treatment decisions and deliver a high-quality service, across diverse geographical locations.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>We used a novel approach combining clinician intuition and implementation science theory to co-design service interventions (i.e., service models) and associated implementation strategies to inform operationalisation. Phenomenology and principles of co-design guided two phases of data collection with two separate cohorts of oncologists delivering care to advanced cancer patients. Phase 1 interview data were coded thematically to develop the service models, while phase 2 focus group data were used to identify implementation strategies to support service model operationalisation. The Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research (CFIR) informed phase 1 and 2 data analysis.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Phase 1 established three overarching themes and nine subthemes: (1) access - potential for inequitable patient access by centralising genomic expertise, (2) indicators for test use - identifying suitable patients for complex genomic profiling (CGP) testing, and (3) supporting use of results - confidence to discuss results, particularly from germline and somatic testing. Five challenges were prioritised, mapped to the CGP clinical pathway, and coded to 11 unique CFIR constructs. Across all five prioritised challenges, we recorded 19 intuitive and generated 21 theory-informed strategies. The development of three service models (i.e., centralised expert, local super user, and point of care resources) arose through considering these strategies in combination with the study teams' broader experiences with the iPREDICT trial. In phase 2, we identified 11 implementation challenges, mapped to 7 CFIR constructs, and 11 intuitive and 20 theory-informed strategies for service model operationalisation.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The service models generated from our study are currently being tested in a multi-centre implementation study to evaluate feasibility, effectiveness, acceptability, sustainability, and scalability.</p>","PeriodicalId":49650,"journal":{"name":"Public Health Genomics","volume":" ","pages":"113-130"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143607046","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Pediatric DTC Genetic Testing for Adult-Onset Inherited Cancer Risk: The Perspectives of High-Risk Parents.","authors":"Madison K Kilbride, Beth N Peshkin, Jada G Hamilton, Jamie Brower, Hannah Ovadia, Lainie Friedman Ross, Rosalba Sacca, Beth Tarini, Susan M Domchek, Sarah Vittone, Marcelo M Sleiman, Mary Rose Yockel, Caroline Salafia, Claudine Isaacs, Benjamin S Wilfond, Muriel R Statman, Kenneth P Tercyak","doi":"10.1159/000543913","DOIUrl":"10.1159/000543913","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Despite guidelines discouraging pediatric genetic testing for adult-onset hereditary cancer risk, direct-to-consumer (DTC) companies make them available to children's parents. This study examined the perspectives of high-risk parents toward such testing.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Interviews were conducted with N = 30 parents (children ages 10-21) carrying pathogenic variants in cancer-causing genes available for detection through DTC tests. Interviews were analyzed inductively using a standardized methodology to identify prominent themes.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Three major themes were identified: (1) high-risk parents' motivations for pediatric genetic testing, (2) risks and benefits of pediatric genetic testing, and (3) parental involvement of children in decision-making about testing. Although only n = 5 parents (17% of the sample) reported that their children were genetically tested (n = 3 through a DTC company, n = 2 through a clinician), 73% endorsed pediatric genetic testing for general health reasons. Many parents (53%) expressed a preference for clinical testing over DTC testing. While parents recognized the limits of DTC testing, some (40%) expressed that it should remain available to high-risk parents for the purpose of identifying cancer risks in their children. Children's maturity (70%), interest in testing (77%), and anticipated responses to testing (43%) were cited as important decisional considerations.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Few high-risk parents utilized DTC testing for their children. Parents generally preferred the prospect of clinical testing, but some believed DTC testing should be an option available to families. Clinicians should discuss the risks and benefits of pediatric genetic testing, including DTC, with high-risk parents. This may facilitate more informed decision-making that minimizes potential harms.</p>","PeriodicalId":49650,"journal":{"name":"Public Health Genomics","volume":" ","pages":"102-112"},"PeriodicalIF":1.5,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11867838/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143191061","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Variation Exists in Service Delivery: Similarities and Differences in the Provision of a Whole Genome Sequencing Service for Paediatric Rare Disease Patients in the National Health Service in England.","authors":"Nastazja Monika Laskowski, Angus Clarke, Christine Patch, Amanda Pichini, Melissa Hill, Sinead Whyte, Celine Lewis","doi":"10.1159/000542027","DOIUrl":"10.1159/000542027","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>The National Health Service (NHS) in England is the first to offer whole genome sequencing (WGS) as part of standard care. As a high-income country with a universal healthcare system, England contributes a valuable perspective to global developments in WGS.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>We used an implementation science approach with mixed methods to characterise delivery of WGS for paediatric rare diseases: observations and field notes of consent appointments in clinical genetics and mainstream settings and follow-up qualitative semi-structured interviews with the clinical team. Process maps were developed for each department to identify similarities and variations between sites and thematic analysis of interview data to understand barriers and facilitators.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Data collection occurred in 12 departments (7 genetic, 3 neurology, 1 cardiology, and 1 general paediatric) across 7 NHS Trusts. 26 observations of 21 healthcare professionals were conducted, alongside 19 follow-up interviews. Two master maps were developed - one for clinical genetics and one for the mainstream. We identified 11 steps involved in delivering WGS, including 9 variations and 9 similarities. We identified most variation in the processes related to the \"who,\" \"when,\" \"how,\" and \"where\" as these were aspects that could be adapted to fit into the specific set-up of the department. Barriers included reluctance to uptake in the mainstream and difficulties tracking samples.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Recommendations include developing standard operating procedures and hiring healthcare professionals responsible for facilitating consent alongside administrative aspects. These would reduce the burden on clinical geneticists and improve turnaround times as well as contribute to streamlining and standardisation of the service.</p>","PeriodicalId":49650,"journal":{"name":"Public Health Genomics","volume":" ","pages":"1-18"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142631464","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Effect of Trust in Science on Parental Reactions to Messaging about Children's Epigenetics-Related Obesity Risk.","authors":"Emma M Schopp, Rebecca A Ferrer, Sherine El-Toukhy, Susan Persky","doi":"10.1159/000543627","DOIUrl":"10.1159/000543627","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Accumulating evidence suggests that preconception epigenetic changes elevate the risk for obesity throughout the lifespan. Little is known about how parents may react to learning about parent-child epigenetic transmission of obesity risk. Further, it is unclear how trust in science may moderate these responses.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>We compared risk perceptions, behavioral intentions, perceived control, and information-focused ratings of 322 parents with high weight status who were randomized to read an article about the role of preconception epigenetics in intergenerational obesity risk transmission, versus three comparators that focused on genetics, family environment, or an unrelated topic.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Parents had largely similar reactions to the epigenetics, genetics, and family environment articles in terms of perceived credibility, relevance, and threat response, but the epigenetics article failed to produce the elevated cognitive (F(3, 310) = 3.027, p = 0.030) and affective/intuitive (F(3, 310) = 3.05, p = 0.029) risk perceptions observed in response to the genetics and family environment articles compared to control. Science trust moderated individual reactions to the epigenetics concepts, such that those with low science trust exhibited lower attentiveness to the epigenetics article (F(4, 249) = 2.92, p = 0.022), and groups with low, medium, or high science trust exhibited distinct reaction profiles in terms of affective/intuitive risk perception (F(6, 310) = 2.40, p = 0.028).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>An audience's trust in science should be considered when tailoring messages about the role of epigenetics in conveying obesity risk from parent to child.</p>","PeriodicalId":49650,"journal":{"name":"Public Health Genomics","volume":" ","pages":"131-143"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12083241/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143732565","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Toward Patient Involvement and Representation in the Governance of Genomic Data Archives: Deliberative Forums with Patients in Germany.","authors":"Eric Apondo, Katja Mehlis, Andreas Bruns, Christoph Schickhardt, Eva Winkler, Andrea Züger","doi":"10.1159/000546172","DOIUrl":"10.1159/000546172","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Although it is generally agreed that the perspectives of patients should be included in decision-making about genomic data, patients rarely have a significant role in the governance of genomic data archives (GDAs). Guidance on the successful implementation of patient involvement (PI) in the governance of GDAs is lacking. This study explores the perspectives of German patients on PI in the governance of GDAs and how these perspectives can be implemented to have an impact on governance.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>We conducted 2 online deliberative forums with 26 members of the cancer and rare diseases (RD) communities in Germany. The forums were analyzed qualitatively. The findings were discussed in a follow-up dialogue event with 17 of the participants and 9 members of a GDA (The German Human Genome-Phenome Archive, GHGA) (n = 26). Two patient coresearchers were involved in all phases of the study.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Five themes were identified: (a) motivations for PI; (b) concerns about PI; (c) areas of governance in which PI is required; (d) resources necessary for implementation of PI; and (e) the form PI should take.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>For PI in GDAs to be meaningful, patient perspectives on the specific contextual aspects of GDAs should be actively sought. Patients' views on representation affect what form of PI they prefer and whether they experience the representation as legitimate. We discuss how the suggestions from the participants of this study were taken up in the governance policy of the GHGA.</p>","PeriodicalId":49650,"journal":{"name":"Public Health Genomics","volume":" ","pages":"217-228"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144175493","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Reporting Modifications from the IMPACT-FH Study Using the FRAME-IS.","authors":"Christie Gilbert Klaczko, Nicole L Walters, Andrew Brangan, Mary P McGowan, Amy C Sturm, Alanna Kulchak Rahm, Gemme Campbell-Salome, Laney K Jones","doi":"10.1159/000545974","DOIUrl":"10.1159/000545974","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Familial hypercholesterolemia (FH), a genetic condition that causes lifelong exposure to elevated LDL-cholesterol, can lead to severe life-threatening cardiac outcomes if untreated. Often undiagnosed, widespread implementation of FH screening programs is needed. The IMPACT-FH pragmatic research trial developed and tested a cascade testing program, which included three implementation strategies. Implementation strategies require modification across geographic locations and institutions.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Here we report the modifications made throughout the IMPACT-FH cascade testing program for at-risk relatives of patients with FH from Geisinger's MyCode Community Health Initiative (MyCode®) and MyCode Genomic Screening and Counseling Program. The program was introduced to FH probands upon return of their genetically confirmed FH results from MyCode. The implementation strategies employed included an informational packet, chatbots, and direct contact. Modifications to the IMPACT-FH cascade testing program (intervention) and its implementation strategies were extracted from meeting recordings and interviews. We used FRAME-IS to code the nature, goal, timing, and impact of the changes on the program.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>In total, eleven modifications were made. All modifications were initiated during the implementation phase of the study, were unplanned/reactive, and were made to optimize the fit of the program and strategies for FH probands and their families. Modifications were made to the overall IMPACT-FH cascade testing program (n = 3), the chatbot strategies (n = 3), and the direct contact strategy (n = 5). No modifications were made to the informational packet strategy.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Flexibility and reactive modifications played a key role in the successful implementation of the cascade testing program within the IMPACT-FH pragmatic research trial.</p>","PeriodicalId":49650,"journal":{"name":"Public Health Genomics","volume":" ","pages":"205-216"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12167676/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144003457","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Evaluating the Applied Knowledge of BRCA Testing among Spanish-Preferring Latino Americans: The Influence of Acculturation and Literacy.","authors":"Yi Liao, Daniel Chavez-Yenter, Kimberly A Kaphingst","doi":"10.1159/000546903","DOIUrl":"10.1159/000546903","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>This study examined applied knowledge about BRCA testing among Spanish-preferring Latino adults in the USA and identifies factors influencing this knowledge, addressing gaps in understanding genetic literacy within this demographic.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A national survey was conducted with 196 Spanish-preferring Latino adults. Participants completed a questionnaire measuring applied knowledge of BRCA testing, acculturation variables, and literacy measures. Linear regression analysis explored relationships between these factors and applied knowledge scores.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The mean applied knowledge score was 2.33 out of 6, with 26.7% of participants scoring zero. Regression analysis revealed that younger age, female, higher education, higher e-health literacy, and higher numeracy were associated with greater applied knowledge. US identity and critical media literacy were negatively associated with applied knowledge scores.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Spanish-preferring Latino adults demonstrated lower applied knowledge of BRCA testing compared to the general US population, highlighting a significant knowledge disparity. The study identified key factors influencing applied knowledge, such as age, ethnic identity, and e-health literacy, providing insights for developing targeted interventions to improve genetic literacy in this population. These findings can inform culturally competent genetic education initiatives to enhance health outcomes and decision-making regarding genetic testing among Spanish-preferring Latinos.</p>","PeriodicalId":49650,"journal":{"name":"Public Health Genomics","volume":" ","pages":"229-240"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12266692/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144327526","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Association of MTHFR Gene with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Case-Control Study and Meta-Analysis.","authors":"Qian Huang, WeiWei Chang, YuanYuan Wang, HeQiao Zhang, JiaMou Zhou, HuiYan Shen, LinSheng Yang, DongMei Zhang, GuiMei Chen","doi":"10.1159/000545731","DOIUrl":"10.1159/000545731","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Multiple studies have shown that genetic polymorphism in the MTHFR gene is associated with susceptibility to type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), but the results remain controversial. This study was divided into two parts. The first part was to explore the relationship between the SNPs of MTHFR gene (C677T and A1298C) and genetic susceptibility to T2DM. Second, a meta-analysis was performed to evaluate the association between C677T gene and T2DM.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A case-control study was conducted to assess the association of MTHFR polymorphisms with T2DM risk. A meta-analysis including 7 studies was conducted by using Stata 17.0 software.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>In case-control study at the C677T (rs1801133), we found that compared with the AA genotype, GG + GA genotype was associated with an increased risk of T2DM (OR = 1.605; 95% CI: 1.229-2.095; p = 0.001); compared with the GG/GA genotype, AA genotype was associated with a decreased risk of T2DM (OR = 0.620; 95% CI: 0.450-0.855; p = 0.004; OR = 0.625; 95% CI: 0.470-0.830; p = 0.001). After adjusting for age, gender, and BMI statistical differences persisted. In case-control study at the A1298C (rs1801131), there was no significant association in all genetic models after adjusting for age, gender, and BMI. In the overall meta-analysis of the C677T gene, significant heterogeneity was detected in the recessive model (I2 = 89.84%, p < 0.01) and allele model (I2 = 88.38%, p < 0.01). Subgroup analysis showed that there was a significant association in the recessive model (I2 = 76.52%, p < 0.01; OR = 2.27, 95% CI: 1.16-4.44) under random-effects models in Asians.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>The results suggest that the C677T polymorphism might have ethnicity-dependent effects in T2DM and may be associated with susceptibility to T2DM in Asians.</p>","PeriodicalId":49650,"journal":{"name":"Public Health Genomics","volume":" ","pages":"163-175"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144028531","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Community Collaboration in Public Health Genetic Literacy: Methods for Co-Designing Educational Resources for Equitable Genomics Research and Practice.","authors":"Juhi Salunke, Grace Byfield, Sabrina N Powell, Daniel F Torres, Grace Leon-Lozano, Jahnelle Jackson, Andreas K Orphanides, Jonathan Shaw, Thomas Owens, Jonathan S Berg, Elizabeth Branch, Lennin Caro, Stefanija Giric, Julianne M O'Daniel, Bradford C Powell, Ken Ray, Carla Robinson, Samantha Schilling, Nicole Shaw, Erin Song, Margaret Waltz, Megan C Roberts, Ann Katherine M Foreman, Kimberly Foss, Laura V Milko","doi":"10.1159/000543227","DOIUrl":"10.1159/000543227","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Unequal representation in genetic and genomic research is due to various factors including historically inequitable and unjust institutional research practices, potential mistrust of biomedical research among underrepresented populations, and lack of access to or awareness of research opportunities. Facilitating sustainable dialogue between diverse communities and genetic researchers can cultivate trusting, bidirectional relationships, potentially encouraging greater participation in research. Herein, we describe the co-creation of public health educational materials and dissemination plans using an approach designed to address inequities and foster community dialogue.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>In this Methods paper, we describe the iterative co-creation of Genetics and Genomics educational modules by genetics clinicians, researchers, and community members. The goal of these modules is to enhance genetic literacy of the lay population to facilitate informed decision-making regarding genetic research and health services. We used Designing for Dissemination and Sustainability, grounded in Dissemination and Implementation science, and its Fit to Context process framework to guide the process. This approach ensures that the public health context and writing for a diverse audience are considered throughout the modules' development.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>This article offers an evidence-based template for adoption or adaptation by other community-engaged groups, aimed at bolstering equity and sustainability in the development of health care interventions and with an emphasis on accessible public health literacy. The co-creation by researchers and community members of both materials and dissemination plans may improve the cultural appropriateness and relevance of public health genetics campaigns. Ongoing research is needed to assess the impact of this approach on receptiveness and participation.</p>","PeriodicalId":49650,"journal":{"name":"Public Health Genomics","volume":"28 1","pages":"66-84"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11936475/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143721979","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}