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What Ethical Considerations Arise in Genetic Epidemiology?

Genetic epidemiology raises several ethical issues, including:
Privacy and Confidentiality: Ensuring that genetic information is kept confidential and used appropriately.
Informed Consent: Participants should be fully informed about the nature of genetic studies and the potential implications of the findings.
Discrimination: Protecting individuals from genetic discrimination in employment and insurance.

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