In 2008, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) passed protecting individuals from genetic discrimination by health insurers and employers. What does GINA prohibit?
Health insurers may not use a person's genetic information in determining eligibility or premiums; Health insurers may not request or require that a person undergo a genetic test for underwriting decisions; Employers may not use a person's genetic information in making employment decisions such as hiring, firing, job assignment, or any other terms of employment; Employers may not request, require, or purchase genetic information about a person or their family members.
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