Australian Public Perspectives on Genomic Newborn Screening: Risks, Benefits, and Preferences for Implementation.

ABSTRACT: Recent dramatic reductions in the timeframe in which genomic sequencing can deliver results means its application in time-sensitive screening programs such as newborn screening (NBS) is becoming a reality. As genomic NBS (gNBS) programs are developed around the world, there is an increasing need to address the ethical and social issues that such initiatives raise. This study therefore aimed to explore the Australian public's perspectives and values regarding key gNBS characteristics and preferences for service delivery. We recruited English-speaking members of the Australian public over 18 years of age via social media; 75 people aged 23-72 participated in 1 of 15 focus groups. Participants were generally supportive of introducing genomic sequencing into newborn screening, with several sta

SUBMITTER: Lynch F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10801595 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature