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An MP’s daughter almost died from a common genetic disease. When he went to be tested, the doctor’s answer shocked him

An MP's daughter almost died from a common genetic disease.  When he went to be tested, the doctor's answer shocked him

Briefly: Life insurers can legally discriminate against and deny coverage to people who have undergone genetic testing by denying or limiting coverage. Despite a moratorium on the practice, researchers say it is still stopping Australians from having potentially life-saving tests. What is expected next? Julian Hill is one of a number of MPs calling for …