#013
In Episode #013 I dive into the latest headlines surrounding the inaccuracies and ethical quandaries connected to online genetic testing services, and how this ties into genetics jobs in the future.
Chapters:
(0:00) Introduction
(1:31) 23andMe DNA test reveals IV sperm mixup
(3:58) A journalist's 10-year old predictions about 23andMe
(9:54) 23andMe's big plan all along
(12:08) Unintended consequences of genetic testing
(14:27) Australians are avoiding genetic screening tests
(18:29) Are online DNA tests accurate enough?
(21:25) Can you become a Genetic Counsellor?
(25:52) Audience comments from previous episodes
Show Notes:
23andMe reveals not biological father: https://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/par...
Original concerns back in 2013: https://www.scientificamerican.com/ar...
23andme’s master plan: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/featur...
23andMe’s indirect consequences: https://www.vox.com/recode/2019/12/13...
Genetic testing avoidance due to insurance premiums rising: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-06-3...
Online genetic testing unreliable: https://www.abc.net.au/news/health/20...
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