Mayo Clinic Talks Genes & Your Health Edition | Ethical Considerations
Oct 18, 2023
Dr. Karen Meagher, assistant professor in the Biomedical Ethics, discusses the ethical considerations in genetic testing. They explore the challenges of communicating genetic probabilities, the implications of genetic information, and the limitations of genetic testing technologies. The episode also touches upon the impact on insurance coverage, discrimination, and healthcare disparities.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Understanding Genetic Determinism and Complex Causal Stories
02:42 • 4min
Challenges of Communicating Genetic Probabilities
06:14 • 7min
Ethical Considerations in Understanding and Communicating Genetic Information
13:19 • 12min
Ethical Considerations and Challenges in Genetic Testing and Healthcare Disparities
25:16 • 3min