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Last Posted: Nov 30, 2023
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Systematic Evidence Review and Meta-Analysis of Outcomes associated with Cancer Genetic Counseling
JO Culver et al, Genetics in Medicine, September 6, 2023

From the abstract: "We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of 17 patient-reported and health services-related outcomes associated with pre- and post-test GC in GCRA in accordance with PRISMA guidelines and GRADE methodology. The true impact of GC on relevant outcomes is not known due to low quality or absent evidence. While a meta-analysis found that pre-test GC had beneficial effects on knowledge, worry and risk perception, the certainty of this evidence was low according to GRADE methodology. "

The completion of indicated paternal prenatal genetic and carrier testing at a public hospital in Los Angeles, California
MT Nguyen et al, Genet in Med Open, September 2023

From the abstract: "In this primarily low-income, publicly insured, Spanish-speaking population, we identified 98 pregnancies for which partner genetic screening or testing was indicated. Only 26.5% (n=26) completed testing, which did not vary by indication, parental age, parental race, parity, or primary language. Completion of partner genetic screening or testing was significantly linked to earlier gestational age at referral for genetic counseling (19.1 versus 21.5 weeks, p=0.006). Less than one-third of pregnancies received indicated partner genetic screening or testing. Early referral to genetic counseling may improve partner testing completion rates, which could avoid invasive and unnecessary diagnostic testing in the pregnant patient."

Special Issue: “Genetic Counseling and Genetic Testing in Precision Medicine”
E Turbitt et al, J Per Med, July 27, 2023

Delivering on the promises of precision medicine comprehensively, equitably, and promptly depends on optimizing health service delivery to facilitate access to timely, evidence-based genetic and genomic testing. Improvements in access to genetic counseling and testing enable the delivery of the ‘right care to the right patient at the right time’. This Special Issue of the Journal of Personalized Medicine showcases the latest research on genetic counseling and genetic testing in precision medicine.

A genetic counselor's reflections on lessons learned, challenges, and successes experienced during a one-year pilot integration in a primary care clinic.
Prescilla B Carrion et al. Public Health Genomics 2023 6 1

Reflections on the lessons learned, including challenges and successes during this one-year pilot integration are shared by the genetic counselor in the context of exploring the potential value a genetic counselor can provide while embedded in a primary care clinic. The relationship between clinical genetic counseling practice and a culturally safe and trauma informed approach in primary care is explored, and additional steps are described that can be taken to facilitate more equitable and inclusive access to genetic counseling services for underserved and vulnerable patient populations.

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