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How parents decide whether to have genomic newborn screening: experiences from BabyScreen+
Jun 26, 2026
Nature

How parents decide whether to have genomic newborn screening: experiences from BabyScreen+

Parents are deciding on genomic newborn screening. Many showed interest in gNBS, citing clinical and family benefits. However, some got deterred by logistics, privacy worries, or discomfort with genetic testing. Studies are exploring different education and consent models to help parents make informed choices.