Big Brother Is Sampling Your Babies’ DNA
Newborn babies in the United States are routinely screened for a panel of genetic diseases. Since the testing is mandated by the government, it’s often done without the parents’ consent.
In many states, such as Florida, babies’ DNA is stored indefinitely.
Most parents don’t realize their baby’s DNA is being stored in a government lab, but sometimes when they find out they take action. Parents in Texas, and Minnesota have filed lawsuits, and these parents’ concerns are sparking a new debate about whether it’s appropriate for a baby’s genetic blueprint to be in the government’s possession.
The government has your baby’s DNA (CNN)
Diana Waletzko at the Citizens’ Council on Health Care Press Conference on Protecting Baby DNA.
*UPDATE Suit possible over baby DNA sent to military lab for national database (Austin Statesman)
