The field of genetic counselling has seen significant growth in recent years, with genetic counsellors playing an increasingly critical role in the healthcare landscape. Their expertise in genetic testing, risk assessment, and patient education is indispensable in navigating the complexities of genetic diseases. However, as genetic counsellors have grown more integral to patient care, challenges […]
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Genetic testing offers invaluable insights, helping individuals detect, prevent, and treat hereditary conditions. However, many Australians have hesitated to undergo these tests due to fears of discrimination in life insurance. The recent decision by the Albanese Government to ban the use of adverse predictive genetic test results in life insurance underwriting is a significant step […]
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Last week, the Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia, played host to the Human Genetics Society of Australasia’s (HGSA) annual scientific meeting, a vibrant gathering that brought together genetic counsellors, researchers, and clinicians from across the region. As a genetic counsellor, this event was a meaningful opportunity to reconnect with colleagues, some of whom I hadn’t […]
- Matt Burgess
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