Research the difference between embryonic and adult stem cells and give a rationale for whether it matters which is used to help cure an illness.
  1. Discuss the following questions in your group: Though DNA testing is becoming popular to discover a person’s genetic heritage, it can also be used to screen for diseases. In the chapter about heredity and disease, read the feature titled Saving a Life with a Life. Give the pros and cons of these issues: Give the pros and cons of these issues:
    • Military having each service member’s DNA on file and accessible to any government agency.
    • Allowing employers and insurance companies to have access to your medical conditions.
  2. Research the difference between embryonic and adult stem cells and give a rationale for whether it matters which is used to help cure an illness. Answer the following questions:
    • What ethical issues do you see with the Molly Nash story? Would you follow the route her parents chose to save your own child’s life?
    • Do you see problems with cloning animals? Could “factory cloning” be justified to meet the demands for meat?
    • IVF technology has the ability to create designer babies. What are some of the ways you can imagine this being used? Are there moral implications for using the technology?
    • Explore the PowerPoint and view the videos in
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