Jewish Genetics
What Are Jewish Genetic Diseases?
As many as 1 in 3 Ashkenazi Jews are estimated to be carriers for one of about 19 genetic diseases.
Jewish Genetic Screening
How to find out if you are a carrier for a Jewish genetic disease
Jewish Genetic Diseases: Frequently Asked Questions
What you need to know about screening, risks and ethical concerns.
Directory of Jewish Genetic Diseases
A guide to the diseases included in most Jewish genetic screening.
Jewish Genetic Diseases: Resource Guide
Organizations that can help with screening and counseling
Jewish Views on Stem Cell Research
The stem cells most likely to be of scientific value come from discarded embryos. Is it ethical to use these?
Jewish Genes and Anti-Semitism
Some worry that the discovery of "Jewish" genetic diseases will negatively affect the image and treatment of Jews.
Genetic Diseases in Traditional Jewish Sources
Rabbinic authorities have always been aware of heredity and genetic disease.
The Genome Project and Jewish Law
Does the genome project take imitatio dei too far--beyond imitating God, to playing God?
Gene Therapy and Genetic Engineering in Judaism
Using genetic technology for therapeutic purposes is acceptable, but many related issues have yet to be addressed.
Jewish Genetic Issues
Jewish Genetic Issues. Jewish Bioethics. Judaism and Medical Technology. Jewish Ideas and Beliefs.