Abstract
Genetic research is revolutionizing healthcare by predicting diseases and revealing cures. At the same time, the information presents new challenges to HIM professionals charged with keeping this vital data from the wrong hands. Here's a look at the role genetic information is playing in healthcare and what you need to know about keeping it private.
MeSH terms
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Attitude to Health
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Confidentiality / legislation & jurisprudence*
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Genetic Predisposition to Disease
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Genetic Testing / legislation & jurisprudence
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Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
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Human Genome Project
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Humans
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Information Management / legislation & jurisprudence*
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Insurance Selection Bias
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Insurance, Health / legislation & jurisprudence*
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Prejudice
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United States