A pilot survey on knowledge and attitudes of public health professionals on public health genomics

Abstract

Background During the past decade a debate has arisen on the possible utility of genomic science for public health purposes. Within this context, we aim to conduct a survey to assess the attitudes of European public health (PH) professionals belonging to EUPHA network regarding their role in the implementation of public health genomics (PHG), and their knowledge and attitudes regarding genetic testing and the delivery of genetic services. Methods A pilot on-line survey …