Genetics
AANP Resources by Therapeutic Area
Continuing Education Courses
The AANP CE Center offers a wide variety of continuing education (CE) activities for nurse practitioners (NPs). Members get more, including access to many free activities and significantly discounted rates on others. The activities are updated frequently, and many genetics-related options are currently available.
NP Tools and Resources
AANP-developed Resources to Support NPs in Treating Your Patients
Acute Hepatic Porphyria: Beware the Zebra
NPs need to know when to keep acute hepatic porphyria in the differential diagnosis. This educational handout provides information about the types of acute hepatic porphyrias, common symptoms and treatment strategies for acute and recurrent attacks. An algorithm for clinical evaluation is included.
Supported by an independent educational grant from Alnylam.
External Resources
Conveniently Curated Information from Other Top Sources
There are many resources available for both patients and providers. Some are listed below for your convenience. Inclusion of these links does not imply AANP endorsement.
von Willebrand Disease
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimate that 1% to 2% of Americans are affected by von Willebrand Disease (VWD), the most common hereditary bleeding disorder. For women, it takes an average of 16 years to receive a diagnosis. The following tools for health care providers and patients help to increase awareness of the signs and symptoms of VWD.