Carol Krause

Carol Krause is a former medical journalist and a two-time cancer survivor. In the following viewpoint, Krause testifies before the U.S. House of Representatives Subcommittee on Technology that genetic testing for predisposition to cancer can save lives. The results of genetic testing can help people make decisions that would reduce their risk of getting or dying from cancer, she argues. Furthermore, Krause maintains, the government should fund research to test the long-term accuracy of genetic testing and educate the public about genetics.

As you read, consider the following questions:

1. According to Krause, what agenda should drive the debate on genetic testing?
2. In the author’s opinion, what is the worst argument against genetic testing?
3. What five steps can Congress take to help Americans continue to have access to genetic testing, in Krause’s...