kansas state genetics plan - an overview presented by linda williams mt(ascp) newborn screening...
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KANSAS STATE GENETICS KANSAS STATE GENETICS PLANPLAN- AN OVERVIEW- AN OVERVIEW
Presented by Linda Williams MT(ASCP)Newborn Screening Follow-up CoordinatorKansas Department of Health and Environment
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History of PlanHistory of Plan• Funded through a grant from the
Heartland Regional Genetics Center
• Initial project began in 2009
• DNAXPRT Consulting, LLC created original draft
• EnVisage Consulting, Inc. convened state experts to complete plan
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Plan ContentsPlan ContentsBackground on public health in KSKS demographic overviewGenetic contribution to chronic
diseases and health in KSCurrent genetics services and
resources in KS2007 State Genetics Survey resultsChallengesGoals and objectivesImplementation plan
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Goals and ObjectivesGoals and Objectives
Stakeholders identified four core goals at the center of the plan
At least four objectives per goal were defined
Each objective further defined with strategy statements
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Goal 1:Goal 1:
Improve the state’s capacity to respond to advances in genomic medicine and technology.
Objectives:• Ensure an adequate workforce by promoting awareness of
careers in genetics for interested individuals.• Promote the integration of public health genomics within KDHE
and other relevant state and local agencies.• Identify funding opportunities to increase state and local public
health capacity to respond to current and emerging technical and administrative needs relative to a comprehensive statewide genetics and newborn screening program.
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Goal 1:Goal 1:
Improve the state’s capacity to respond to advances in genomic medicine and technology.
Objectives (continued):• Promote / enhance / improve availability of comprehensive
genetics clinics throughout Kansas.• Promote / enhance / improve availability of DNA testing for
children with heritable disorders and their relatives.• Promote / enhance / improve quality of genetic laboratory
testing in Kansas.
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Goal 2:Goal 2:
Promote collaborative partnerships in support of genetic services in Kansas.
Objectives:• Promote collaborative partnerships between hospitals, educational
institutions and health care professionals to support genetic services and education.
• Increase utilization of tele-genetics for clinical and educational purposes.
• Identify and pursue use of telemedicine as a tool for improving accessibility and dissemination of information and resources.
• Promote / enhance / improve / standardize quality and availability of clinical reproductive genetics services statewide and disseminate consensus guidelines for reproductive genetic healthcare.Our Vision - Healthy Kansans living in safe and sustainable environments
Goal 3:Goal 3:
Develop a genetics literacy agenda for the public and policymakers.
Objectives:• Expand provider knowledge regarding the impact of genetics on
health.• Develop avenues for communication about gene-environment
issues between academia, public health, primary care professionals and the public.
• Create a State Genetics webpage.• Expand public knowledge regarding the impact of genetics on
health.• Facilitate trainings for service coordinators of children with special
health care needs, consumers, and genetic health care providers to improve collaboration between agencies and families.Our Vision - Healthy Kansans living in safe and sustainable environments
Goal 4:Goal 4:
Assess the impact of heritable conditions on public health and sustain a statewide partnership of genetic services.
Objectives:• Improve financing of genetic health care and support services.• Improve the utilization of existing data sources for planning,
implementing, and evaluating program activities.• Develop a statewide surveillance system for genetics.• Develop and maintain systems to improve the accuracy and
completeness of newborn screening data.
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Goal 4:Goal 4:
Assess the impact of heritable conditions on public health and sustain a statewide partnership of genetic services.
Objectives (continued):• Improve the assessment and understanding of birth defects as
a public health problem.• Develop methods to assess the public health burden of
genetic/familial disease in the adult population.• Conduct annual reviews of all genetic service components.• Create mechanisms to routinely assess evolving genetic issues.
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Implementation PlanImplementation PlanDetailed implementation plan
included in State Genetics Plan (pages 25-27)
Appendix B – Goal Action Plans◦Prioritized objectives◦Recommended actions◦First steps◦Resources◦Responsible person or organization◦Timeline
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QuestionsQuestions
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Contact InformationContact Information
Linda A. WilliamsSuite 2201000 SW JacksonTopeka, KS 66612
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