J. Shawn Jones

PGx stands for pharmacogenomics, the study of how our genetics make us respond differently to drugs - my professional passion - but this is a personal account.

[CDC Genomics & Precision Health @CDC_Genomics]

Check out our pharmacogenomics and precision health database for the latest information and publications on the impact of the field on population health. #PHGKB https://t.co/1f9gmLLKNf

[CDC Genomics & Precision Health @CDC_Genomics]

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[Vice President Kamala Harris Archived @VP46Archive]

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[J. Shawn Jones @PGxGal]

@cc_pgx Precision Medicine Leaders Summit: https://t.co/TFQ91pUPeO

[J. Shawn Jones @PGxGal]

@cc_pgx STRIPE: https://t.co/KywZYXTIX4; PARC: https://t.co/69JgI5ICGc; CPIC: https://t.co/cG5hWxNxUK

[J. Shawn Jones @PGxGal]

@cc_pgx There are many. Google search: ASHP: https://t.co/irD3s9jT9r; Manchester Univ.: https://t.co/o21dmMMkkn; RxGenomix: https://t.co/N417F33WOV; NACDS Test2Learn: https://t.co/O4l6tx52vH; Mayo: https://t.co/tVuf40ykDQ; Univ of FL: https://t.co/LljnNj1E6h; more…

[J. Shawn Jones @PGxGal]

@cc_pgx CPIC - Clinical Pharmacogenetic Implementation Consortium, https://t.co/wbS4gs1HkR, publishes guidelines for healthcare providers to use with genetic test results to adjust drug therapy (dose, drug choice) in light of a person's genetics.

[J. Shawn Jones @PGxGal]

@cc_pgx Knowing how your genes will alter the drug's interactions with the proteins can help you prevent taking a drug that will not work or will more likely cause unwanted side effects.

[J. Shawn Jones @PGxGal]

@cc_pgx If the genes are different, they can alter the proteins that can make the drugs not work or build up to toxic levels and increase your risk for side effects.

[J. Shawn Jones @PGxGal]

@cc_pgx Pharmacogenomics (PGx) refers to how our genetics make us respond differently to drugs. Our genes make proteins that interact with drugs, making the drugs work, moving them around our bodies, or eliminating them from our bodies.

[Katherine Robinson, PharmD, MS, BCPS @km_pharm]

When interpreting DTC tests, it is important to evaluate the testing methodology and what variants the tests covers and what key variants may be missing. #MedGeneEd21

[PharmGKB @pharmgkb]

Some DTC #genetic tests include #pharmacogenomic results. If you’re new to the field, head to our What is Pharmacogenomics page for an easy-to-read intro https://t.co/xtauOxPNY7 #MedGeneEd21

[ASHP @ASHPOfficial]

Did you know? We review and endorse select CPIC Guidelines on an annual basis based on therapeutic and clinical priorities. Explore the most up-to-date list here: https://t.co/cEEHsCniEZ #MedGeneEd21

[Association for Molecular Pathology @AMPath]

Today in #MedGeneEd21 week, we’re focusing on #Pharmacogenetics! Don’t miss our freely available clinical practice guidelines (and free explanatory webinars) on this important topic: https://t.co/b0FgT7TVlJ #CYP2C19 #CYP2C9 #Warfarin #Genotyping @JMDiagn

[James Hoffman @jamesmhoffman]

@cpicpgx @pharmgkb @ISPORJournals Also this one in @ISPORJournals https://t.co/MPSYEGcQBr from @UNCPharmacy #MedGeneEd21 #pgxchat

[ASHP @ASHPOfficial]

Searching for educational materials on pharmacogenomics? Check out this collection of ASHP-endorsed webinars and presentations, only available to ASHP members: https://t.co/2XgLwHanO8 #MedGeneEd21

[Kristine Crews, PharmD @krisinmemphis]

Great panel discussion this morning on Direct-To-Consumer Genetic Testing as part of Healthcare Provider Genomics Education Week. Pharmacists as well as genetic counselors are well-positioned to help interpret results. #MedGeneEd21 @cyrineeliana @KMRobinson6

[PharmGKB @pharmgkb]

A5 – We can run webinars or remote demos of the PharmGKB website at conferences or workshops. If you’d like to include us in your next event, get in touch at [email protected] #MedGeneEd21 #pgxchat

[ACCP PKPDPG PRN @pkpdpg]

Has a patient ever handed their DTC #PGx results to you for help with interpretation? #MedGeneEd21

ICYMI this commentary is an excellent resource for pharmacists across all practice settings who may unexpectedly be presented with genetic test results: https://t.co/qQe5kum2XG