HOW IMPORTANT IS GENETIC HISTORY TO ADULT ADOPTEES?
The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) is conducting a research study to explore adult adoptees’ perceptions of the potential value of genetic and family history information. “Unlike most people, many adopted individuals do not have access to personal or family medical information because of laws and practices that prevent disclosure.” http://www.clinicaltrials.gov/ct/gui/show/NCT00057694?order=11 BUSINESS AS USUAL IN OREGON “Since Measure 58 became law, the Oregon Center for Health Statistics has received 7,496 requests for birth certificates. Birth parents have attached contact preference forms to 471 birth certificates; 390 inviting reunion and only 81 wanting no contact.” The Oregonian, “Law gives adoptees truth,” 06/20/03 http://www.oregonlive.com/search/oregonian WHO’S NEXT? After our 1998 victory in Oregon, Bastard Nation established a separate fund for future political battles. The WHO’S NEXT? Adoptee Rights Fund is dedicated solely to the support of adoptee right
