The genetics revolution - Ethical, legal, and insurance concerns

As genetic research opens the door to understanding inherited disorders and disabilities, society is facing complex questions about ethical and legal issues. How can new information be used without compromising the right to p rivacy or even the right not to know some information? What is the primary care physician's responsibility in informing patients about available tests and their implications? Do insurers have an ethical responsibility to pay for testing? Dr Cunningham presents an overview of these concerns and chall enges us to look ahead and prepare for the future.