Exploring the gene myth : how genetic information is produced and manipulated by scientists, physicians, employers, insurance companies, educators, and law enforcers / Ruth Hubbard and Elijah Wald.
By: Hubbard, Ruth.
Contributor(s): Wald, Elijah
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BookPublisher: Boston : Beacon, 1993Description: xv, 198 p. ; 23 cm. + pbk.ISBN: 0807004197.Subject(s): GeneticsDDC classification: 575.1 | Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds |
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| General Lending | MTU Bishopstown Library Lending | 575.1 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 00013270 |
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A persuasive indictment of genetic determinism--with a new afterword on the latest genetic discoveries, including the 'breast cancer gene, ' and their social consequences.
Includes index.
Of genes and people -- Genetic labeling and the old eugenics -- The new eugenics: testing, screening and choice -- A brief look at genetics -- Genes in context -- "Inherited tendencies": chronic conditions -- "Inherited tendencies": behaviors -- Manipulating our genes -- Genes for sale -- Genetic discrimination: education, employment and insurance -- DNA-based identification systems, privacy and civil liberties -- In conclusion.