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Human genetics and ethics / [electronic resource] : edited by Justin Healey.

Human genetics and ethics / [electronic resource] : edi...

Human genetics and ethics / [electronic resource] : edited by Justin Healey.

https://devfeature-collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/74VKV5VzjxLd

Human genetics and ethics / [electronic resource] : edited by Justin Healey.

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Full title

Human genetics and ethics / [electronic resource] : edited by Justin Healey.

Publisher

Thirroul, N.S.W. : The Spinney Press, [2018]

Record Identifier

74VKV5VzjxLd

MMS ID

991024268917302626

Language

English

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Physical Description

Physical content

1 online resource.

Content type

text

Media type

computer

Carrier type

online resource

Contents

Intro; Contents; Chapter 1 -- Understanding genetic testing; An introduction to DNA, genes and chromosomes; The human genome; Genetic disorders; Human genomics in global health: genetic testing; Medical genetic testing: health information for you and your family; Understanding direct-to-consumer gen...

Australians can be denied life insurance based on genetic test results, and there is little protectionChapter 2 -- Gene ethics: risks and benefits; Ethical issues in human genetics and genomics; Gene therapy; Gene editing and CRISPR; Human embryo CRISPR advances science but let's focus on ethics, no...

World's first three-parent baby raises questions about long-term health risksHands off our genes; Personalised medicine has obvious benefits but has anyone thought about the issues?; The ethical boogieman of the eugenics revolution; Exploring issues -- worksheets and activities; Fast facts; Glossary...

Publication information

Publisher

Thirroul, N.S.W. : The Spinney Press, [2018]

Place of Publication

New South Wales

Date Published

[2018]

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Available for use in the Library. Available from home to registered NSW residents.

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Full title

Human genetics and ethics / [electronic resource] : edited by Justin Healey.

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Notes

General note

Issues in Society ; 436

Includes bibliographical references and index.

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Record Identifier

74VKV5VzjxLd

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https://devfeature-collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/74VKV5VzjxLd

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ISBN

9781925339673

DDC

599.935

MMS ID

991024268917302626