Australian attitudes to DNA sample banks and genetic screening.
An exploration via an anonymous questionnaire of Australian public attitudes towards medical genetics and sample banking revealed the overwhelming majority views these developments with thoughtful confidence. Continued public education and awareness of these issues will allow the public to make informed decisions and enhance vigilance towards the sometimes misleading coverage in the press and media.
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Carolyn
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Alfred & Baker Gene Bank, Baker Heart Research Institute, Melbourne, Australia.
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