Realizing the Potential of Pharmacogenomics: Opportunities and Challenges. Report of the Secretary's Advisory Committee on Genetics, Health, and Society

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United States. Department of Health and Human Services. Secretary's Advisory Committee on Genetics, Health, and Society [SACGHS]

Bibliographic Citation

Bethesda, MD: Secretary's Advisory Committee on Genetics, Health, and Society [SACGHS] 2008 May: 96 p. [plus multiple appendices]

Abstract

The report explores the potential for pharmacogenomics (PGx) to advance the development of diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive strategies to improve the safety, effectiveness, and quality of health care; identifies opportunities and critical barriers in need of the Federal Government s attention; and makes 35 policy recommendations aimed at enhancing the development and integration of PGx applications. [from SACGHS email announcement]

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SACGHS

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http://hdl.handle.net/10822/512867

Date

2008-05