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Awareness of the Importance of Genetic Counseling and Its Role in Preventing Genetic Disorders in Derna District

2026-02-02 genetic and genomic medicine Title + abstract only
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This study examined awareness, attitudes, and perceived barriers regarding genetic counseling among individuals in Derna District, focusing on its role in preventing genetic disorders. A descriptive cross-sectional design was employed, involving 278 participants aged 17 to 45 years, selected through stratified random sampling. Data were collected using structured questionnaires and analyzed with descriptive statistics via SPSS version 26.0. The findings revealed that while 65.5% of participants ...

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