Exploding the gene myth : how genetic information is produced and manipulated by scientists, physicians, employers, insurance companies, educators, and law enforcers / Ruth Hubbard and Elijah Wald.

  • Hubbard, Ruth, 1924-2016.
Date:
1997
  • Books

About this work

Publication/Creation

Boston : Beacon Press, 1997.

Physical description

xv, 225 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm

Edition

[Rev. ed.].

Bibliographic information

Includes bibliographical references (p. 193-197) and index.

Contents

Of genes and people -- Genetic labeling and the old eugenics -- The new eugenics: testing, screening, and choice -- A brief look at genetics -- Genes in context -- "Inherited tendencies": chronic conditions -- "Inherited tendencies": behaviors -- Manipulating our genes -- Genes for sale -- Genetic discrimination: education, employment, and insurance -- DNA-based identification systems, privacy, and civil liberties -- In conclusion...

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Where to find it

  • LocationStatus
    Medical Collection
    QZ50 1997H87e
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ISBN

  • 0807004294