The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act: Why Your Personal Genetics are Still Vulnerable to Discrimination - 23/08/11
Abstract |
Genetic research offers great potential for early treatment and the prevention of numerous diseases. As technology continues to advance, ethical, legal, and social challenges continue to present themselves. The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) looks to protect an individual’s genetic information from employer and insurance discrimination while encouraging Americans to take advantage of genetic testing to prevent and prepare for potential diseases. GINA will do more than stamp out a new form of discrimination: it will help the United States be a leader in a field of scientific research that holds as much promise as any other in history.
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| Louise McIntosh Slaughter is a microbiologist with a master’s degree in public health. She has served as a member of the United States House of Representatives for 21 years and is the Chairwoman of the House Rules Committee. For the past 13 years, she has authored legislation to prevent discrimination of genetic information. In the 110th Congress, she is the coauthor of H.R. 493, the Genetics Information Nondiscrimination Act. |
Vol 88 - N° 4
P. 723-738 - août 2008 Retour au numéro
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