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April 13, 2004
Genetic Discrimination Interview
The American Medical News has published an interview with Dr. Francis Collins, head of the Human Genome Research Institute, on genetic discrimination.
Here's what the good doctor has to say about genetic discrimination and testing:
Q: Would you have any qualms about undergoing genetic testing in the current environment?
A: Yes, I would. If I were in a situation where I was confident that a particular genetic test was highly indicated and where the results might give me the information that could provide me with an opportunity to reduce my risk, I would be very interested in the test, but I would have to weigh that against the likelihood that this could result in damage to my employability or to my ability to get health insurance. And that would be a serious factor. I would not take that lightly. I do think the risks, while not huge, are real, and until we have a circumstance where that is effectively outlawed by well-written federal legislation, I would be quite uneasy.
As they say...read the whole thing.
Posted by Dave at April 13, 2004 01:18 AM
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