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FAAA Defends Genetic Testing Moratorium in Life Insurance

3/19/2025

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The Financial Advice Association of Australia (FAAA) passionately defends a moratorium on genetic testing in life insurance, urging that policies should weigh multiple risk factors beyond genetics. They highlight the value of group superannuation schemes, which offer coverage without the burden of underwriting, ensuring protection for individuals with adverse genetic results.

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The Financial Advice Association of Australia (FAAA) passionately defends a moratorium on genetic testing in life insurance, urging that policies should weigh multiple risk factors beyond genetics. They highlight the value of group superannuation schemes, which offer coverage without the burden of underwriting, ensuring protection for individuals with adverse genetic results.