Goal:  This website will aid in the integration of genetics into the nutritional sciences and nursing curricula and serve as a resource for professionals who work in nutrition-related healthcare. 

Contents:  This website includes a course assignment for nutrition science and nursing students.  This assignment introduces students to the role of genetics in nutrition related health care and serves as a basic genetics review.   It also includes links to other sites which provide more detailed information on topics of interest.  The genetic information section of the website includes journal references, links, and written information on a number of subjects including:  basic genetics, taking a family medical history, the characteristics in a family history that suggest a condition may have a significant genetic component (red flags), genetic counseling, genetic information for healthcare professionals, and the human genome project.  The  diseases section includes journal references, online links, and written information on a number of specific diseases that are influenced by both genetic and nutritional factors

Disclaimer:  Although I update this website periodically,  I cannot rule out the possibility of human error or information that is outdated.  I have included information from sources believed to be reliable and made every effort to note which outside links readers may want to be particularly skeptical about.  However, readers are encouraged to verify all information independently and apprise me of any errors so that corrections and updates can be made.  (Contact information can be found below.)

Contact Information:  Your feedback is very important to me.  Please e-mail me your comments or suggestions regarding this website or the course assignment so that I may provide you with an accurate, useful and easy to use resource.  Thank you.  deborahcragun@gmail.com