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Should the government fund research into genetic engineering for disease prevention and treatment?

Genetic engineering involves modifying the DNA of organisms to prevent or treat diseases. Proponents argue that it could lead to breakthroughs in curing genetic disorders and improving public health. Opponents argue that it raises ethical concerns and potential risks of unintended consequences.

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 @ISIDEWITHDiscuss this answer...2yrs2Y

Yes

 @9YLXXN2Independentagreed…1yr1Y

it would help end the suffering of those born with rare genetic diseases. it would reduce costs spent by hospitals on treatments of these individuals.

 @ISIDEWITHDiscuss this answer...2yrs2Y

No

 @9YLXXN2Independentdisagreed…1yr1Y

the cost of caring for people with complex medical conditions weighs greatly on the healthcare system. it costs a huge amount to treat these patients, from medications to education to surgeries. if the ability to eradicate such conditions is available then we should attempt to erradicate them.

 @B8FF358answered…6mos6MO

It should be done using AI rather than live animals / humans, as it would be unethical and immoral to cause present-day suffering to alleviate potential future suffering.

 @9ZMSDTXPeople Before Profit answered…1yr1Y

Yes, but this should be heavily regulated as genetic engineering could prove to be harmful if there is no guidance or regulation.

 @9ZCTZV6answered…1yr1Y

Yes, but only in cases where the human is not being genetically altered and instead other organisms are in order to create medicines etc, eg. Insulin. It should also be highly regulated.

 @9ZBGXQDanswered…1yr1Y

Not if there is an alternative such as healthier eating and exercise, money should be put into that instead

 @9YMXLXHanswered…1yr1Y

Ye but there needs to be strict regulatory controls put in place

 @B9SVTZPSinn Féinfrom Minnesota  answered…3mos3MO

Yes, but with careful consideration and a set code of ethics that keeps the focus on disease prevention and treatment.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Should all people have equal access to genetic engineering, or is it okay if only those who can afford it use it?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Would you support genetic engineering if it were only used for medical purposes, or does that still raise concerns for you?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How do you think genetically modified humans would be treated in society—is it more likely to bring equality or division?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Is it more dangerous for us to not explore the benefits of genetic engineering, or to take the risk of using it without fully understanding the consequences?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How would you feel if genetic engineering could allow you to choose certain traits in your future children?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Do you think altering genes to eliminate diseases crosses an ethical line, or is it just a natural progression of science?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Would you want to know if your DNA had been engineered, or do you think the results matter more than the process?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

How might society change if everyone could eliminate health risks or enhance abilities using genetic engineering?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

Is there a trait or characteristic you would want to change about yourself if genetic modification were available?

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

What fears come to mind when you think about modifying the DNA of living organisms, and are those fears valid?

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