Unregulated genetic tests leave New Zealanders facing insurance penalties
New Zealand lacks regulations preventing insurance companies from penalising people who take predictive genetic tests.
Citizens undergoing predictive genetic testing for health reasons face potential insurance penalties because the results are not properly regulated. The lack of regulatory oversight means insurance companies can use genetic test information against people applying for policies. This creates a dilemma where life-saving genetic tests carry financial consequences.
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