Mmastodon ScienceBiology first seen 1 d ago, last 44 min ago, peak #9
Genetic privacy law gap leaves life and disability insurers uncovered
Original: The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act protects against health insurer discrimination based on genetic data but d
The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act bars health insurers from discriminating based on genetic data, but it does not extend the same protection to life or disability insurers. Privacy advocates are highlighting this gap, warning that legislation trails the technology and urging people not to rely on the law alone. They recommend opting out of data sharing where possible and taking personal steps to restrict access to genetic information.
Why now: Growing concern that genetic test data can be used against consumers by insurers outside GINA's protections
Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Actlife insurersdisability insurershealth insurers
Rank over time, top of the chart is #1. 23 snapshots from 1 d ago to 44 min ago.
Evidence
- The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act protects against health insurer discrimination based on genetic data but does not cover life or disability insurers. So what: laws trail the technology, so don't wait on them. Opt out at the broker level and lock down your own… · indigoprivacy@infosec.exchange · 1
API: https://socialmediatrends-api.osmike.com/v1/trends/4264577