Polygenic risk scoring, which utilizes an individual’s genome to estimate the likelihood of developing specific diseases, is becoming more prevalent in personal medicine. This raises questions about the adequacy of existing anti-discrimination laws in protecting individuals based on their genetic information.
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Growth of Genetic Risk Scoring and Implications for Anti-Discrimination Laws
The use of polygenic risk scoring in personal medicine is on the rise, prompting discussions about the effectiveness of anti-discrimination laws regarding genetic data. As this technology advances, the legal protections for individuals' genetic information may need to be reevaluated.
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Genetic Scores are Booming. But Will Anti-Discrimination Laws Cover Your DNA?
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