Name: ____________________

Genetic Disease Report

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! **

Circle the chosen genetic disorder.