1 DNA contains four basic building blocks or â bases â: adenine (A), cytosine (C), guanine (G) and thymine (T). 2  The order, or sequence, of these bases form the instructions in the genome. 3  DNA is a two-stranded molecule. The bases always pair together in the same way, A with T, C with G. 2  Each base pair is joined together by hydrogen bonds. 3  Each strand of DNA has a beginning and an end, called 5â (five prime) and 3â (three prime) respectively.
Many believe that genome-based medicine, frequently called personalized medicine, is the future of healthcareâthe next logical step in a world in which more is known about human genetics, disease, and wellness than ever before.
Integrative medicine is the practice of medicine that focuses on the whole person and makes use of all appropriate therapeutic approaches, healthcare professionals, and disciplines to achieve optimal health and healing.ntegrative medicine is based upon a model of health and wellness, as opposed to a model of disease. Whenever possible, integrative medicine favors the use of low-tech, low-cost interventions.