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Ep. 247 The Gene-Fixing Fantasy: The Hidden Plan To Harvest Newborn DNA
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Summary:
The conversation delves into the significant privacy concerns surrounding the collection of DNA from newborns, particularly through whole genome sequencing. Dr. Nick Wilson and Leah Wilson, JD, discuss the implications of this practice, including the potential for a national genetic database and the ethical dilemmas it presents. They highlight the shift from traditional newborn screening to predictive genetic medicine, emphasizing the risks associated with genetic determinism and the importance of informed consent. The discussion also touches on historical lessons from gene therapy trials, the rise of biosurveillance, and the need for public awareness and action to protect individual rights and health outcomes.
Takeaways:
- The purpose of newborn screening is shifting from identifying conditions to predictive analysis.
- Once genetic information is collected, it can be stored indefinitely.
- Genes are the least significant factor in health outcomes.
- The childhood vaccine schedule has expanded over time, raising concerns.
- The Newborn Screening Saves Lives Act could lead to a national genetic database.
- Parents need to be cautious about informed consent regarding genetic screening.
Resources Mentioned:
- Reclaim Vitality, PRE-ORDER NOW ON AMAZON!
- One Dream on Instagram: @onedream.podcast — DM us your detox questions
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Manage episode 521170741 series 2614707
Summary:
The conversation delves into the significant privacy concerns surrounding the collection of DNA from newborns, particularly through whole genome sequencing. Dr. Nick Wilson and Leah Wilson, JD, discuss the implications of this practice, including the potential for a national genetic database and the ethical dilemmas it presents. They highlight the shift from traditional newborn screening to predictive genetic medicine, emphasizing the risks associated with genetic determinism and the importance of informed consent. The discussion also touches on historical lessons from gene therapy trials, the rise of biosurveillance, and the need for public awareness and action to protect individual rights and health outcomes.
Takeaways:
- The purpose of newborn screening is shifting from identifying conditions to predictive analysis.
- Once genetic information is collected, it can be stored indefinitely.
- Genes are the least significant factor in health outcomes.
- The childhood vaccine schedule has expanded over time, raising concerns.
- The Newborn Screening Saves Lives Act could lead to a national genetic database.
- Parents need to be cautious about informed consent regarding genetic screening.
Resources Mentioned:
- Reclaim Vitality, PRE-ORDER NOW ON AMAZON!
- One Dream on Instagram: @onedream.podcast — DM us your detox questions
Follow The One Dream Podcast:
🔗 Follow The One Dream Podcast on Instagram
🔗 Follow Dr. Nick Wilson on Instagram
🔗 Follow Stand for Health Freedom on Instagram
Join Health Freedom Institute to take a health freedom foundations course and arm yourself with critical information to rise above the fear of the mainstream narrative HERE.
Share this episode with a friend who needs to hear it. The more we question, the more empowered we become in taking control of our health and freedom. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!
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