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    • Another article by Sullivan and Berkman addresses the ethical responsibilities in genetic research involving vulnerable populations in low- and middle-income countries.

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    • Kilbride argues that a patient's responsibility to warn relatives about genetic mutations stems from the principle of rescue, not special relationships.
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    • The intersection of genetic information, personal responsibility, and public health necessitates ongoing ethical debate.