Monday, September 12, 2011

Reflections on the ethical debate surrounding non-invasive prenatal genetic diagnosis

BioNews - Reflections on the ethical debate surrounding non-invasive prenatal genetic diagnosis: Regulating early abortion isn't the appropriate way to address these ethical and social concerns. First-trimester abortion is - and should remain - a woman's prerogative. Her freedom to choose it should not be called into question.

Rather, these concerns should be seen as an opportunity to promote a social debate emphasising values like human dignity, equality and solidarity in our reproductive decision-making. Prospective parents should be encouraged to consider why they're choosing to terminate an otherwise wanted pregnancy and the implications of their choices for themselves, for their potential future child, and for society.

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