Views on Genetic Testing An AARP Bulletin Survey
Views on Genetic Testing An AARP Bulletin Survey
The top reasons why respondents have not had genetic testing include never having given it any thought (63%), the cost (32%), not wanting to know the results (21%), concerned someone else may get the results (20%), and being skeptical of science (12%). Other key survey findings include: Most individuals (66%) feel that only one self should see the results of genetic test. Those age 65 years and older (44%) were more likely to think family members should have access to their information than their younger age 50 to 64 counterparts (26%). About half of the respondents would take better care of themselves (49%) and save more money (45%) if a genetic test showed they would live to be 100 years old. GfK Roper included the AARP Bulletin’s Genetic Testing questions in their OMNITEL, a weekly national telephone omnibus service. The interviews were conducted from July 23-25, 2010 with a total of 1,000 completed interviews from adults 18 years of age and over. For more information, please contact Helen W. Brown at (202) 434-6172. Cancel You are leaving AARP.org and going to the website of our trusted provider. The provider’s terms, conditions and policies apply. Please return to AARP.org to learn more about other benefits. Your email address is now confirmed. You'll start receiving the latest news, benefits, events, and programs related to AARP's mission to empower people to choose how they live as they age. You can also by updating your account at anytime. You will be asked to register or log in. Cancel Offer Details Disclosures
Views on Genetic Testing An AARP Bulletin Survey
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Report Home A large majority of Americans have never been tested for their genetic makeup, according to a recent AARP Bulletin survey. Moreover, most would not consider undergoing genetic testing to find out if they are susceptible to a disease such as Alzheimer’s, cancer, or diabetes.The top reasons why respondents have not had genetic testing include never having given it any thought (63%), the cost (32%), not wanting to know the results (21%), concerned someone else may get the results (20%), and being skeptical of science (12%). Other key survey findings include: Most individuals (66%) feel that only one self should see the results of genetic test. Those age 65 years and older (44%) were more likely to think family members should have access to their information than their younger age 50 to 64 counterparts (26%). About half of the respondents would take better care of themselves (49%) and save more money (45%) if a genetic test showed they would live to be 100 years old. GfK Roper included the AARP Bulletin’s Genetic Testing questions in their OMNITEL, a weekly national telephone omnibus service. The interviews were conducted from July 23-25, 2010 with a total of 1,000 completed interviews from adults 18 years of age and over. For more information, please contact Helen W. Brown at (202) 434-6172. Cancel You are leaving AARP.org and going to the website of our trusted provider. The provider’s terms, conditions and policies apply. Please return to AARP.org to learn more about other benefits. Your email address is now confirmed. You'll start receiving the latest news, benefits, events, and programs related to AARP's mission to empower people to choose how they live as they age. You can also by updating your account at anytime. You will be asked to register or log in. Cancel Offer Details Disclosures