Australia introduces ban on genetic test results in life insurance
Dr. Daniel Mulino (pictured centre), Assistant Treasurer and Minister for Financial Services, announced the measure following consultation across…
Building A Future Without Missed Diagnoses
Despite advances, whole genome sequencing—and with it the promise of early, life-altering therapies—still isn’t a routine part of…
Knowing patient’s genetic make-up may change the way medicines are prescribed
SINGAPORE – Not all medicines work the same way on every patient, and part of the answer lies…
Health insurers are offering DNA testing to see how some medicines might work. What to know before you opt in
Two major Australian health insurers, Bupa and Medibank, have started offering genetic testing meant to tell you your…
Experts say early genetic tests help to choose healthy lifestyle, control diseases
Dr Manohar KN, Lead Consultant, physician and diabetologist, Sparsh Hospital, said, “Genetics play an underlying role. It is…
Genetic testing pilot aims to catch a silent killer
FH Education Message
A potentially life-saving pilot program is launching in Bloomington, Illinois to…
why genetic testing could be a lifesaver
When 35-year-old Rajesh (name changed) collapsed during a morning jog, his family was stunned. Fit, vegetarian, and with…