NSGC Live Journal Club: Understanding GINA Through Case Examples: A Guide for U.S.-Based Genetic Counselors

The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) is a well-known law within the genetic counseling community. Most genetic counselors are familiar with its major provisions, including prohibiting genetic discrimination in health insurance and employment. Nevertheless, clinical scenarios often arise for which genetic counselors were not specifically trained. Anchoring ourselves in clinical case examples, this presentation provides a brief guide to GINA contextualized in specific scenarios where misunderstandings of the law on the part of the genetics professional and patients are likely, focusing on the legal context of the United States.

Presented By:
1. Anya Prince, JD
2. Misha Rashkin, MS, CGC

Learning Objectives:
1. Summarize federal and state laws that interact with GINA in ways that can affect genetic counselor patients and families.
2. Apply GINA and other legal stipulations to specific clinical scenarios.

Genetic Counselor CEUs:
This event has been submitted to the National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC) for approval of Category 1 CEUs. The American Board of Genetic Counseling (ABGC) accepts CEUs approved by NSGC for purposes of recertification. Approval for the requested CEUs and Contact Hours is currently pending.

Successful Completion:
1. Attend live session
2. Complete evaluation