Non-genetic physicians’ self-assessment of knowledge and confidence toward genetic testing and counseling: a national survey in a high consanguineous population

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Public Awareness of Genetic Diseases, Preventive Screening, and Genetic Healthcare Services in the Qassim Region, Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sectional Study

Background: Genetic diseases pose a significant public health issue in Saudi Arabia, driven by relatively high prevalence and factors such as consanguineous marriage. Increasing public awareness and understanding are crucial to improving prevention, early detection, and the use of genetic healthcare services. This stud...

Hitham Aldharee, Ghady Almutari, Alanoud Alofi et al. · Healthcare · 0 citations

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Public awareness, attitudes, and concerns regarding pharmacogenomics in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: an exploratory online cross-sectional survey

Background Pharmacogenomics (PGx) is a cornerstone of precision medicine, enabling tailored drug therapy based on an individual’s genetic profile. However, public awareness, attitudes, and concerns regarding PGx testing in Saudi Arabia remain largely unexplored. This study aimed to evaluate these aspects among Saudi ad...

Saad A. Aldosari, D. Alhuthaily, Gadah K. Alonazi et al. · Frontiers in Public Health · 0 citations

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Knowledge, Attitudes, and Perceived Barriers to Genetics and Precision Medicine Among Rural Participants in a Large Academic Biobank: A Mixed-Methods Study

Background/Objectives: Rural populations remain underrepresented in genomic research and may face unique barriers to accessing genetic and precision medicine services. This study evaluated knowledge, attitudes, beliefs, and perceived barriers related to genetics and precision medicine among rural participants enrolled...

Meghan MacNeal, Nathan A. Bihlmeyer, Susanne B. Haga · Journal of Personalized Medi... · 0 citations

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Exploratory Analysis of Health Literacy and Genetic Testing Awareness, Uptake, and Desire for Genetic Risk Information: Findings From a Cross-Sectional Community Survey

Introduction Limited research has examined whether genetic testing awareness and uptake differ for individuals with varying levels of health literacy. We examined the association between health literacy and genetic testing and 1) awareness, 2) uptake, and 3) desire for genetic risk information, while controlling for so...

M. Arevalo, Nathanael B. Stanley, Kristina A Inman et al. · Cancer Control: Journal of t... · 0 citations

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Population Genomic Screening for Hereditary Cancer Risk: Patient Experience, Perceptions, and Downstream Clinical Outcomes

Findings support the feasibility and acceptability ofPopulation‐wide genomic screening in unselected populations and the need for tailored support and strategies to reduce attrition to guide implementation of subsequent PWGS initiatives.

Sarah English, Libby Malphrus, Samantha Norman et al. · Journal of Genetic Counselin... · 0 citations

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Beyond conventional healthcare: public knowledge, attitudes, and associated demographic factors of complementary and alternative therapy utilization in the Qassim region, Saudi Arabia

Findings highlight the need for targeted public health education programs to promote evidence-based CAT use, improve awareness of potential risks and adverse effects, and support informed healthcare decision-making.

S. Qalawa, M. Elbqry, F. Elmansy et al. · Frontiers in Public Health · 0 citations

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