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The Genetic Non-Discrimination Act By: Ashley Miller & Meg Sinnott

The Genetic Non-Discrimination Act By: Ashley Miller & Meg Sinnott. What is GINA?. Signed into effect by George W. Bush in 2009

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The Genetic Non-Discrimination Act By: Ashley Miller & Meg Sinnott

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  1. The Genetic Non-Discrimination Act By: Ashley Miller & Meg Sinnott

  2. What is GINA? • Signed into effect by George W. Bush in 2009 • Forbids employer from discriminating against employees in any attribute of employment based on the release of any genetic information, as well as protects employees from providing information regarding genetic health/history. • Prohibits any and all retaliation and harassment attempts based on genetic information. • Straining the relationship between both workers and employers, costs for treatment and insurance coverage often cause problems for people with genetic illnesses. -HIPAA-charges entire company for cost of single individual. -Individuals fearful of losing job, choose to be uninsured. • Pamela Fink Case: first GINA complaint case; Fink is suing her boss at MX Energy on grounds of genetic discrimination after getting fired quickly after informing her boss of recent discovery of cancerous gene.

  3. Employers must be both discretionary & conscientious in inquiring about an employee’s familial matters, as well as about an employee’s association with health-related organizations. • Relevant records in compliance with GINA’s constraints, and consistency in record-keeping procedures become HR concern. • If receiving medical information, HR must list information as personal medical records so as to comply with AWDA. • If an employee requests leave, employer must acknowledge FMLA requirements. How Are Businesses & HR responding to GINA’S Laws?

  4. How Will GINA Impact Society? • Annual effect on economy estimated $100 million+ -effect production, jobs, public health, and governments. • Total cost of $294.8 million over 10-year span -accumulates from changing insurance practices & coverage plans. • People can receive more accessible genetic illness information, including screening and treatment. • Medical and science industries will experience stimulation and growth. • Impacted abroad-European countries are limiting standardized amounts of information. • Individuals feel more at ease receiving genetic testing; more compliant to participate in research.

  5. GINA will include coverage of individuals seeking mental health treatment, whom are currently devoid from such assurance. • Wellness programs promoted by companies have been created to encourage employees to become aware of health issues. • Healthcare Industry will be one of the most-most affected. • Businesses will continue to be especially conscientious in handling medical records, releasing information regarding genetic health, and working with insurance companies in order to avoid discrimination. GINA’S Future Implications?

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