Public attitudes, knowledge and educational needs toward genetic testing and omics sciences: a pilot survey conducted in Italy.

Advancements in genomics have significant implications for public health, making citizens' education vital for informed decision-making. Based on two literature reviews' findings and a survey conducted with experts from the Italian Network of Genomics in Public Health, we conducted a pilot survey on Italian citizens' attitudes, knowledge and educational needs toward genetic testing and omics sciences. Our results demonstrate a widespread interest in genetic testing and uncertainties regarding associated risks, with 99% of participants acknowledging insufficient knowledge of genetic testing. There is an urgent need for educational tools to improve citizens' literacy and engagement in this rapidly evolving field.

Overcoming barriers to oral contraception in Italy an expert opinion to empower women.

Oral contraceptives are among the most commonly used contraceptive methods. However, Italian women underused reliable hormonal contraceptives as compared with other European women. There is a need to streamline access to oral contraception, with expected benefits on emotional well-being of women and potential savings for health system in Italy. Indeed, women can only access to oral contraceptives through mandatory medical prescription. This is one of the most important barrier experienced by women. We hereby provide an expert opinion on the potential reclassification, extending pharmacy services to include responsible and appropriate use of POP, as an opportunity also in Italy to increase the use of safe and effective contraceptive methods.