National Health Genomics Policy Framework 2018–2021
Genomics has the potential to improve the health of all Australians by helping doctors prevent, diagnose, treat and monitor diseases. This framework provides a nationally consistent approach to policy, regulatory and investment decisions about integrating genomics into our health system.
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National Health Genomics Policy Framework 2018–2021
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Publication date:
27 November 2017
Publication type:
Strategy or framework
Intended audience:
General public
Description:
The National Health Genomics Policy Framework is a blueprint to embed genomics in the Australian health system.
The purpose of the framework is to:
- establish a high-level policy document to guide government activity across public genomics policy
- help mainstream genomic services to deliver better health outcomes
- raise ethical, legal and social issues to do with genomics
- ensure policy-makers consider ethical, legal and social issues when developing or implementing public policy and research
- provide national leadership for embedding genomics in the Australian health system.
The framework outlines 5 strategic priorities and identifies priority action areas for each.
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