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CalGINA

Meaning

Within the clinical context of hormonal health and personalized longevity plans, CalGINA represents a critical legal framework that prohibits discrimination based on an individual’s genetic information, specifically in the areas of employment and health insurance within California. This act ensures that patients feel secure sharing comprehensive genetic data, such as single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) relevant to hormone metabolism or nutrient absorption, without fear of adverse actions from their employer or insurer. Understanding this protection is vital for clinicians who utilize genomic sequencing to tailor bio-identical hormone replacement therapy or advanced nutritional protocols. It supports the necessary transparency required for truly individualized medicine by removing a barrier to genetic data disclosure.