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Wednesday Web Watch for May 20, 2015

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An interesting piece by Bryan Helwig on predictive genetic testing for military personnel.  Helwig notes that progress in the area of genetic technology is responsible for the identification of geno/phenotypes prone to certain psychological and physical health conditions.  Those who favor genetic testing in the military note its effectiveness in helping to ensure fewer physical and psychological “casualties” of war.  Critics, on the other hand, claim it raises privacy concerns and results in civil rights infringements.   Helwig cautions there are many things in play, therefore, predictive genetic testing is not foolproof.   He advises that in addition to scientific accuracy, legal (e.g. the potential application of GINA), policy and ethical issues need to be addressed further before the practice of predictive genetic testing is implemented across the board.