SUNSHINE GENETICS
Florida’s Sunshine Genetics Act puts
BABIES FIRST!
Together, we can help ensure that every child in Florida has access to the best possible start in life, powered by the science of genomics. This program is part of a bold new vision; making Florida a national leader in the pediatric precision medicine where care is personalized, preventative, and powered by genomics.
For more information, please visit Florida Sunshine Genetics.org or reach out to us via email at sunshinegenetics@med.fsu.edu .
The Sunshine Genetics Program is a voluntary research program using whole-genome sequencing (WGS) as an additional newborn screening tool.
This genomic newborn screening program can help identify certain rare, actionable genetic conditions earlier in life, offering families the choice to learn additional information about their child that can empower them to plan next steps sooner.
It often takes at least 4-5 years for a child to be diagnosed with a rare disease.
10% of Americans are affected by rare diseases.
80% of pediatric rare diseases are genetic.