I would. In fact, I do know because my kids have been tested.

What’s interesting is that Gandy and DeKosky asked about 100 traumatic brain injury experts whether they thought genotyping future athletes or soldiers was worthwhile. Most said it was too soon. But when asked whether they’d have their own children genotyped to gauge the risk, more than half said they would.

I thought that was telling.”

Interesting disconnect between John Q Public and one’s own kids! Maybe the most effective way to get the public on-board with genetic testing, and with ‘P4 Medicine’ more generally, is through preventive health maintenance of their children. Adults, who are having all the discussions of genetic testing in the academic literature and via both traditional news and social media, have the least to gain, so perhaps the discussion should shift significantly towards our most precious loved ones (our kids) and future generations.

Great post, Anne. And critical topic and timing…