Genetics Resources: A Directory (PDF 547KB)  - A timely source for accessing local, regional, and national genetics information. This directory was developed to help Connecticut residents and their medical caregivers access information about the significant role that genes play in human health and disease, and locate services such as genetic testing, treatment, and follow-up.

Understanding Genetics: A New England Guide for Patients and Health Professionals (PDF, 2.0MB).  This 80-page manual contains educational resources on genetics for patients and health professionals in Connecticut and the New England region and increases awareness of specialty care in genetics. It offers a basic introduction to genetics concepts and describes the different types and applications of genetic tests.  It also provides information about the diagnosis of a genetic disease, family history taking, newborn screening, and genetic counseling. A section on local information focuses on patient care, patient and professional education, and specialty genetics services in Connecticut and the New England states.

Regional Genetics Resource Directory (PDF 1.6MB) - The product of a multi-year genetics planning initiative at the Connecticut Department of Public Health. Its development was prompted by concern that a lack of general, current genetics knowledge among the public and medical professionals could result in missed health promotion opportunities. The expansion of the directory to include resources outside Connecticut was undertaken by the New England Public Health Genetics Education Collaborative of the NERGG, Inc.