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Federal government to ban life insurers from using genetic testing to deny coverage or raise premiums
By ABC NEWS (Australia)Published : Sept. 11, 2024 - 13:12
The federal government plans to ban life insurance companies from using genetic testing to deny coverage or increase premiums. This move addresses concerns that some consumers have faced discrimination based on genetic testing results predicting inherited diseases. The ban will also extend to companies offering income protection and permanent disability coverage. National Health Reporter Elise Worthington has the details.