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The Genetic Discrimination Observatory

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A network of researchers dedicated to researching and preventing discrimination based on genomic and other omic data worldwide. Retweets are not endorsements.

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Still Using Genetic Data? In this comparative assessment, members of the GDO looked at quantifying the impact of the GNDA on insurance underwriting practices. Available at facetsjournal.com/doi/full/10.11…

Still Using Genetic Data? In this comparative assessment, members of the GDO looked at quantifying the impact of the GNDA on insurance underwriting practices. Available at facetsjournal.com/doi/full/10.11…
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A recent study from the GDO finds that Canada’s Genetic Non-Discrimination Act leaves room for insurers to circumvent the Act to obtain Canadians' personal genetic information. Read More: mcgill.ca/newsroom/chann…

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An interesting read by members of the GDO on Canada's Genetic Non-Discrimination Act: what is it, and what effect has it had on insurance practices in the country? Read it on The Conversation: theconversation.com/canadas-geneti…

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Despite the 2019 Moratorium in Australia, a recent study shows that public concerns about GD persist, deterring people from undergoing genetic testing: nature.com/articles/s4143…

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Malgré le moratoire passé en 2019 en Australie, cette étude récente montre que la Discrimination Génétique inquiète le public, les décourageant de passer des tests génétique.

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Check out this interesting discussion around the crossroad between AI governance and Genetic Non-Discrimination policy! Available at: link.springer.com/article/10.100… Dans cet article prends place une intéressante discussion sur le croisement entre l'IA et la Discrimination Génétique.

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In this recent article, a group of researchers incl. GDO Member Dr. Yvonne Bombard looked at the situation of HCS patients and their views and experiences with GD. Read more about this important work at gimopen.org/article/S2949-…

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In a new MIT Technology Review article, GDO's founding director Yann Joly highlights the urgent need to ensure safeguards against genetic discrimination. Check out the full article: technologyreview.com/2024/07/19/109…

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Exciting news! 🎉 Kudos to Dr. Jane Tiller and the A-GLIMMER Project. The Australian Government will soon ban life insurers from using genetic tests to deny coverage—a huge step for those avoiding life-saving tests due to insurance fears. More details: abc.net.au/news/2024-09-1…

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Fresh off the press! In this article published in JAMA Network Open, GDO members gathered expert perspectives on Genetic Non-Discrimination policymaking, ultimately pointing towards a human-rights approach to prevent GD. Read it here: jamanetwork.com/journals/jaman…

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The GDO's 5th Annual Conference is happening on December 17th and 18th in Istanbul! This year’s theme is "Genetic Discrimination in the Era of Artificial Intelligence and Advancing Technologies". 🧬🔬 Visit our website for more info on how to join: gdo.global/en/latest_news…

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🌏 With advancements in precision medicine, governments are stepping up to protect citizens from GD. Discover Singapore's mission to strengthen its moratorium on genetic testing and insurance through new legislation on genetic test data: insightplus.bakermckenzie.com/bm/healthcare-…

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Don’t forget to join us for GDO’s 5th Annual Conference Happening in Istanbul  on December 17th and 18th, 2024!🧬🧬 Visit our website for more info on how to join: gdo.global/en/latest_news…

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N’oubliez pas de vous joindre à nous pour notre 5e conférence annuelle, qui se tiendra à Istanbul les 17 et 18 décembre 2024 ! 🧬🧬 Visitez notre site web pour plus d'informations: gdo.global/en/latest_news…

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It’s a wrap on the 5th Annual GDO Conference in Istanbul! 🌍✨ Two days of rich discussions on ethics & emerging tech in genetics—AI, genetic discrimination, pharmacogenomics & more. Huge thanks to our speakers & attendees! See you in 2025! 🎉 #GDO2025

It’s a wrap on the 5th Annual GDO Conference in Istanbul! 🌍✨
Two days of rich discussions on ethics & emerging tech in genetics—AI, genetic discrimination, pharmacogenomics & more.
Huge thanks to our speakers & attendees! See you in 2025! 🎉 #GDO2025
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C’est bouclé pour la 5eme Conférence annuelle du GDO à Istanbul ! 🌍✨ Deux jours de discussions enrichissantes sur l’éthique et les technologies émergentes en génétique. Un grand merci à nos intervenants et participants ! Rendez-vous en 2025 ! 🎉 #GDO2025

C’est bouclé pour la 5eme Conférence annuelle du GDO à Istanbul ! 🌍✨
Deux jours de discussions enrichissantes sur l’éthique et les technologies émergentes en génétique.
Un grand merci à nos intervenants et participants ! Rendez-vous en 2025 ! 🎉 #GDO2025
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Last Tuesday, Diya Uberoi, GDO’s Associate Director, presented at the ACCESS-ACCES Annual Meeting, showcasing our latest access grant on Genetic Discrimination in Pediatric Oncology! 💡🔬 #GeneticRights #PediatricOncology #HealthEquity

Last Tuesday, Diya Uberoi, GDO’s Associate Director, presented at the ACCESS-ACCES Annual Meeting, showcasing our latest access grant on Genetic Discrimination in Pediatric Oncology! 💡🔬 #GeneticRights #PediatricOncology #HealthEquity