Human genome research not assessed for potential risks

Type of entry: Potential Violation

Research, treatment or diagnosis affecting an individual's genome shall be undertaken only after rigorous and prior assessment of the potential risks and benefits pertaining thereto and in accordance with any other requirement of national law. Draft Universal Declaration on the Human Genome and Human Rights (UNESCO), Article 5(a)

Broader Terms:

Health, physical and mental
Health care
Medical ethics
Medical research

Other Related Terms (keywords):

Bioethics

See ESC right:

Health care

Relevant ICESCR Articles:

12(1): The States Parties to the present Covenant recognize the right of everyone to the enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of physical and mental health.

15(1)(b): The States Parties to the present Covenant recognize the right of everyone:

(b) To enjoy the benefits of scientific progress and its applications;