People have a powerful interest in geneticprivacy and its associated claim to ignorance, and
some equally powerful desires to beshielded from disturbing information are oftenvoiced …

This paper examines some arguments which deny the existence of an individual right to
remain ignorant about genetic information relating to oneself–often referred to as 'a right to …

One of the much debated issues around the evolving human genetics is the question of the
right to know versus the right not to know. The core question of this theme is whether an …

In this paper we question whether the concept of" genetic privacy" is a contradiction in terms.
And, if so, whether the implications of such a conclusion, inevitably impact on how society …

This article considers two concepts which have for a long time received short shrift in the
field of medical law and ethics: ignorance and privacy. By'ignorance'is not meant wilful …

The emerging international biomedical law tends to recognise the right not to know one's
genetic status. However, the basis and conditions for the exercise of this right remain …

Genetics and diseases of genetic origin inescapably involve families. Thus genetic
information obtained by testing one person may contain information of the same kind on one …

Rights, autonomy, privacy, and confidentialityare concepts commonly used in
discussionsconcerning genetic information. When theseconcepts are thought of as denoting …

The question concerning an individual's rightto remain in ignorance regarding her
owngenetic makeup is central to debates aboutgenetic information. Whatever is decided …

The right not to know is often defended on the basis of the principle of respect for personal
autonomy. If I choose not to acquire personal information that impacts on my future …