The Importance of Laboratory Data in Public Health Nursing Initiatives
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The Importance of Laboratory Data in Public Health Nursing Initiatives
Abstract
Background: Precision health refers to tailored medi-cal treatment that considers an individual’s unique genetic, genomic, or omic makeup, as well as lifestyle, social, eco-nomic, cultural, and environmental factors. The goal is to assist individuals in achieving optimal health and well-being through personalized care. This approach utilizes extensive datasets that integrate omics data—such as genetic sequences, proteomics, metabolomics, and microbiome information—with clinical in-formation and health outcomes. Despite the growing interest in precision health, there remains a significant gap in nurses’ understanding and engagement in its implementation, which could enhance illness diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Aim of Work: This article aims to comprehensively exam-ine the concept of precision health and underscore the impor-tance of integrating nursing professionals in its execution. The study seeks to provide insights into how nursing can contribute to the advancement of precision health through interprofession-al cooperation, community outreach, and care coordination. Methods: The study involved a meticulous review of ex-isting literature on precision health, including the role of big data, omics, information science, and the importance of family health history. An examination of nursing omics research focus- ing on symptom science was also conducted. Expert viewpoints were gathered to assess the current understanding and implica-tions of precision health for the nursing profession. Results: The findings highlight the necessity for nurses to acquire knowledge about precision health to play a crucial role in its implementation. The report identifies key areas where nursing can contribute, including research, education, clinical practice, nursing administration, and policy-making. Guide-lines for nurse leaders to facilitate the strategic adoption of pre-cision health in healthcare settings were developed. Conclusion: Precision health has the potential to transform healthcare delivery and outcomes, but its successful implemen-tation requires the active participation of the nursing profes-sion. By developing a comprehensive understanding of preci-sion health principles and practices, nurses can enhance their contributions to patient care and improve health outcomes. Suggestions for education and policy reforms are essential to empower nurses in this evolving field.