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Topical question asked in the House of Commons, by Ann Cryer (Labour). It was answered on Tuesday, 13 October 2009 on behalf of the Department of Health.


Topical Questions

Question
Can my right hon. Friend ensure that PCTs in areas where first-cousin marriages are the norm will provide genetic screening and counselling and ensure that the communities are aware of that provision?
Answer

My hon. Friend raises a very important point. Before giving a firm assurance on that, we need to take some advice on the clinical implications from those whom we would call upon to carry out such tests.


Secondary information

Type
Oral question
Reference
497 c162 
Session
2008-09
Oral question type
Supplementary
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
Subjects
Genetics Screening Dental services Cornwall
Link
View this Topical question on www.publications.parliament.uk