Welcome

The Wisconsin Statewide Genetics webpage was created to give families and healthcare providers access to genetic information, screening, and education.  The webpage was developed as part of the Wisconsin Genetic Service Plan.  The website features links to many other websites that may be helpful to families and professionals.  The family stories are an especially important part of the website as they give a face to those in the state who benefit from genetic services.

What's New

January is Birth Defects Prevention Month!

• Did you know that birth defects affect 1 in 33 babies each year?
• The National Birth Defects Prevention Network (NBDPN) has resource materials to promote birth defects awareness and prevention. This year's theme is "And the Beat Goes On... Looking to the Future for Healthy Hearts."
• The mission of the March of Dimes Wisconsin Chapter is to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth and infant mortality. March of Dimes carries out this mission through research, community services, education and advocacy to save babies' lives. Check out their website for more information.
• The Wisconsin Birth Defect Prevention and Surveillance System is housed in the Maternal and Child Health Section of the Bureau of Community Health Promotion and is part of the Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) program. The program develops and carries out selected activities each year aimed at prevention, outreach and education. 

Upcoming Events

None at this time.

Past Events

Annual State of Wisconsin's Practical Genetics Conference for Healthcare Providers

Genetics Advisory Committee

Living with Lynch Syndrome:  An update for families