Genetic epidemiology in the developed countries
In the recent past, there has been a renewed interest in genetic epidemiology given the urgent need to understand the trends in non-communicable diseases worldwide and consequently map out mitigation measures. The countries in Europe have been forerunners in such studies. This is mainly attributed to technological advancement and availability of resources in Europe. The high incidences of genetic conditions such as hemophilia and Down’s syndrome in Europe could also be a motivation for more research to be carried in an attempt to find cures for this condition. In a recent study, Czech Republic and Slovenia were found to have the ...
