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Genetic Engineering: The Double-Edged Sword

Recent developments in genetic engineering include the ability to isolate genes responsible for inherited illnesses, the quest to find and cure such diseases, and the practice of genetic counseling to inform people about health risks. However, the dark side to this new medical technology includes the possibility that genetic engineering gone wild may result in the indiscriminate aborting of embryos which are "not quite perfect," and the eventual cloning of a super-race. Armed with genetic information, insurance companies could refuse to cover certain at-risk individuals. This program examines these issues, and reveals who draws the line between positive research and harmful medical manipulation. (29 minutes)



 
    

Item#: BVL7929
Copyright date: ©1998



Part of the Series : Issues in Health Care
     
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