Unfortunately, genetic diseases affect Americans all too often. It is often caused by some mutation in
the DNA on a gene. The location of that mutation on the chromosome often depends on the severity of the
genetic disease. Below is a list of several different types of genetic diseases. It is your job to create a power
point on your specific disease. The following things need to be included into your report:
Slide 1
Name
Class period, teacher name(s)
Name of genetic disease
Slide 2
How do people get your disease?
What chromosome has the genetic mutation for your disease?
What age group is affected by your disease?
Include pictures (at least two)
Slide 3
What are the symptoms of your disease? (Symptoms = coughing, watery eyes, head ache, etc.)
What are the treatments for your disease?
What type of medication is a person required to take?
Include pictures (at least two)
Slide 4
Name 3 interesting facts about the disease
Include pictures (at least two)
Slide 5
Provide a video clip that discusses the genetic disease
Video should be no more than 10 minutes! **Make sure that it is appropriate**
Slide 6 & 7 (summary)
Explain how the disease affects a person’s life.
What is the latest research on the disease?
**Note: Each student should have more than 7 slides due to the amount information you will find! **