Ground-breaking genetic discoveries and technological advances have introduced a new
world of genetic exploration, and technological advances have facilitated the discovery of …

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 …

This paper discusses the conflict between a medical practitioner's duty of care and duty to
maintain patient confidentiality, and their statutory right to inform a relative about a possible …

It has been predicted that the focus of legal liability as it relates to genetic screening will shift
from quality-control issues to issues involving genetic information.'If this prediction holds …

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

Bell and Bennett have set out clearly some of the current proposals for regulating genetic
testing in Australia. They have discussed in particular the difficult question of whether …

Many countries have imposed strict regulations on the genetic information to which insurers
have access. Commentators have warned against the emerging body of legislation for …

The paper builds on earlier medico-legal work by Laurie on privacy in relation to genetic
material. In this chapter, the author discusses not only Laurie's views as' pro-privacy'but the …

This chapter contains sections titled: The Importance of Medical Confidentiality Important but
not Absolute Protection of Third Party Interests/Welfare Genetic Testing Respect for …

The author comments on the question of a right not to know genetic information, in a
response to Dr Adorno. The article discusses similaries shared between Laurie and Adorno …