Insure Against Genetic Policies

Genetic testing has become the hot issue of the month in medical and insurance circles, but there is some confusion about where everyone stands on it. Certainly it is something that should be properly thought out before any move is made to introduce it on anything other than a voluntary basis, if at

Genetic Genie May Grant Wishes We Don't Want

The dilemma over insurance policies shows that society needs more time to understand the implications of genetic testing, writes Trevor Mudge. The Australian Medical Association's view that there needs to be a moratorium on the use of genetic testing for the purposes of insurance is predicated

Genetic Testing Ruling Draws Ama Fire

Health insurers could demand genetic tests on individuals to rule out costly medical conditions before approving health coverage under a draft consumer watchdog ruling, the Australian Medical Association has warned. The AMA is fighting a draft determination by the Australian Competition and Cons