COGNICURRENT

The German Bundestag is seeking clarity on the ethical and health policy implications arising from non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) introduced in 2022, which has sparked significant debate among lawmakers.

Over 80 human rights and sports advocacy groups have urged the IOC to abandon its plans for universal sex genetic testing for female athletes and to impose a general ban on transgender and intersex competitors.

In Latvia, neuromuscular diseases, which affect about a thousand people, often have a lengthy diagnosis process, limited access to genetic testing, and a lack of available medications.

A 29-year-old woman, Olivia Martinez, took her own life after struggling with the fear of inheriting Huntington's disease, which had claimed the lives of her mother and grandfather.

Kristína Suchánková shares her experience of undergoing preventive mastectomy due to her family history of breast cancer and discusses the implications for her daughter.

The Unicamp Hospital in São Paulo is now the sole institution authorized to conduct sample collection for a new genetic test aimed at diagnosing rare diseases, significantly shortening the waiting time for families.

Ceará has introduced free collection points for genetic tests aimed at identifying rare diseases in public health.

Keith J. Gray, a former NFL player and laboratory owner, was convicted of participating in a $328 million Medicare fraud operation involving unnecessary genetic testing and kickbacks.

The article discusses the complexities surrounding genetic testing for Huntington's disease, including its implications for individuals and families.

Dr. Cristina Boullosa explains how our genes and epigenetics influence our health and potential for improvement through lifestyle choices.

Scientists in Exeter have developed genetically modified wax moths that can indicate infections or drug effects, potentially replacing laboratory mice in drug testing.

After over 40 years apart, Maria Luiza Gomes Soares reunited with her daughter, Ludimila Gomes Duarte, whom she had to give up as a baby due to financial difficulties.

The article discusses the implications of newborn genomic testing that reveals genetic disease risks, weighing its potential benefits against ethical concerns and psychological impacts.

The National Authority for Medically Assisted Reproduction in Greece informs Assisted Reproduction Units and Cryopreservation Banks about the required genetic testing for Spinal Muscular Atrophy to ensure the quality and safety of assisted reproduction services.

Emails from Jeffrey Epstein's files reveal his payment for genetic testing aimed at regenerative medicine, focusing on the development of new tissues and organs.

Olympic boxing champion Imane Khelif, defending her identity, is prepared to undergo genetic testing for sex verification after Donald Trump labeled her a "male boxer" amid her quest to compete in the 2028 Los Angeles Games.

Algerian boxing champion Imane Khalif expressed her readiness to comply with any procedures for competition participation, including undergoing genetic testing for gender identification, provided it is supervised by the International Olympic Committee, amidst controversy over her gender identity.

Starting in 2026, Estonia will offer cystic fibrosis screening to all children born in the country, enabling early treatment and prevention of organ damage.

The President of the International Olympic Committee, Kirsty Coventry, plans to reintroduce genetic testing abandoned over 30 years ago to prevent human suffering, ahead of the Winter Olympics in Milan.

In Nigeria, Meghan was celebrated for her Nigerian heritage, as recent genetic testing revealed she is 43% Nigerian, reinforcing her connection to the country.