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Australians need more protection against genetic discrimination: health experts

Written by Jane Tiller, Ethical, Legal & Social Adviser - Public Health Genomics, Monash University

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Genomic testing — the ability to read an individual’s genetic code and identify their risk of conditions such as cancer — has opened up huge possibilities in personalised medicine.

But it has also introduced serious ethical challenges. Particularly, there is the danger of life insurance companies using such...

Helpful Tips for Starting Your Next Business Venture
Launching a new business is a thrilling and complex process that requires careful planning and strategic decision-making. F…
Business and Office Generators: How to Get the Right One
When running a business, you can rarely afford any setbacks and hindrances in the operations. After all, losing time for an…
10 Things You Didn't Know About Wedding and Event Planning
Planning a wedding or event can be both exciting and overwhelming. Whether you're dreaming of a grand celebration or an int…
9 Reasons to Use an Online Travel Itinerary Planner for Your Australian Adventure
Planning a trip around Australia can be both exciting and daunting. With its vast landscapes, diverse cities, and numerous …
Empowering Business Growth in the Australian Online Market
With the increasing importance of digital marketing and e-commerce in today's business landscape, companies are seeking inn…

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana
A Privileged Insight into the Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana Situated in the traditional village of Pererenan near Canggu, Villa Sabana is peacefully secluded in a semi-rural setting where…

Perth Shines Brightly as Property Hotspot Amid Western Australia's Economic Boom
Perth's property market is riding an unprecedented wave, fueled by robust economic growth, surging population numbers, and an exceptionally tight rental market across Western Australia. As industry experts and market…

There are 4 economic wildcards between now and election day. The first gets played this week
ShutterstockThere are four economic wildcards between now and the election, and we know exactly when each will be played.The first is this Wednesday at 11.30am eastern time, when we…
Why shareholder value drives income inequality
The CEO of Domino’s Pizza takes home roughly 435 times the average full-time wage. Jeff Bezos has become the world’s richest person with a A$200 billion fortune off the backs…
Losing at virtual auctions? Expert reveals 4 ways to get ahead
Firstly, what is a virtual auction? It’s 2021, lockdowns across the state and the nation have become an uncomfortable norm… for now, so virtual auctions are here to stay…

Accenture Acquires Fiftyfive5 to Boost its Customer Intelligence Capability in Australia and New Zealand

(From L-R) Darren Kemp, Fiftyfive5 Founding Partner, Mark Sundquist, Fiftyfive5 Managing Partner, Mark Green, Accenture Song’s ANZ Lead, Karen Philips, Fiftyfive5 Founding Partner Fiftyfive5’s deep customer understanding an...

Dirty Money: Why Technology Needs to Take the Lead in the Battle with Fraud

For years, organisations and criminals have been involved in a digital arms race. Business processes have increased in sophistication, but so have the fraudulent attacks designed to undermine them. This battle escalated during...

4 Tips For Planning a Work Conference

Planning a work conference can be extremely exciting, yet also quite stressful. Some say that it can even be on par with planning a wedding, So, it's important that you have the right elements in place since unfortunately, man...

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