This two-part assignment will allow you to evaluate the role genes play in the d

This two-part assignment will allow you to evaluate the role genes play in the development of certain diseases. Additionally, you will demonstrate your ability to use electronic databases for research purposes.
First, you will select a genetic disease. You may take this opportunity to think about your individual health and health risks and consider any genetic diseases prevalent in your family. Do you have a predisposition to breast cancer, diabetes, hypertension or any other disease? You may consider your own health risks or those of other individuals such as a family member or friend. Then, in a paper of 750–1,000 words, address the following:
Part I: Evaluating the Role of Genes in the Development of Disease
Provide an introduction of the disease, including the reason why this would be considered a genetic/inherited disease.
Discuss the major signs/symptoms of the disorder.
Research the mode of inheritance for your chosen disease and provide a thorough discussion of the mode of inheritance. Your discussion should focus on how the disease is passed on from parent to offspring.
Are there specific genes that have been identified in the development of this disease? If so, what are they?
Discuss any available treatments used for the disease or to manage its symptoms.
Address any lifestyle changes or preventative efforts that may reduce the development of the disease or may help to manage the symptoms of the disease.
If a family member is diagnosed with this disease or is identified as a carrier of the gene that causes the disease, what steps could they take to reduce the likelihood that their children may inherit the disease?
Part II: Academic or School Library Search
For this part of the assignment, you will research whether there is a gene therapy available or evaluated for your selected disorder. Answer the following questions:
Search for the disease/trait you selected in Part I of this assignment by using an Academic or School Library of your choice. List the search term(s) you used. How many results did you get?
Use a combination of search terms. List the search terms you used. Which method resulted in the most accurate results for your research?
What is the difference between a School Library search and a search on a search engine (e.g., Google)?
Which search is more appropriate for academic research? Why?
Select two credible sources from your Academic Library search. Based on your Academic Library research, is there a gene therapy available or being evaluated to treat your selected disorder? If so, are there any ethical implications related to the use of this therapy/treatment?
Include the sources from your Academic or School Library search on your references page.
Meets all criteria:
● Identifies selected genetic diseases
● Provides an introduction of the
disease
● Explains why the disease is
considered a genetic disorder
Meets all criteria:
● Identifies the mode of inheritance
for the chosen disorder
● Discusses the major
signs/symptoms of the chosen
disorder.
● Explains the mode of inheritance
for the chosen disease.
● Identifies specific genes that lead
to the development of the disease.
Meets all criteria:
● Discusses any treatment available
to treat the disease or to manage
its symptoms
● Addresses any lifestyle changes or
preventative efforts that may
reduce the development of the disease or help in managing the
symptoms.
● Identifies information regarding the
potential of passing this disease
trait to their children.