Direct notification by health professionals of relatives at-risk of genetic conditions (with patient consent): views of the Australian public.

ABSTRACT: Genetic risk information for medically actionable conditions has relevance for patients' blood relatives. However, cascade testing uptake in at-risk families is <50%, and the burden of contacting relatives is a significant barrier to dissemination of risk information. Health professionals (HPs) could notify at-risk relatives directly, with patients' consent. This practice is supported by international literature, including strong public support. However, there is little exploration of the Australian public's views about this issue. We surveyed Australian adults using a consumer research company. Respondents were provided a hypothetical scenario and asked about views and preferences regarding direct contact by HPs. 1030 members of the public responded, with median age 45 y and 51% female. T

SUBMITTER: Tiller JM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10242214 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature