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What Are the Ethical Considerations in Genetic Epidemiology?

The field of genetic epidemiology raises several ethical concerns, including:
- Privacy and Confidentiality: Ensuring that genetic information is kept confidential and only used for research purposes.
- Informed Consent: Participants must be fully informed about the nature of the research and potential risks involved.
- Discrimination: Preventing genetic discrimination in employment or insurance based on genetic information.

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