From Medscape, 8 April 2026:
Australia has passed a law banning life insurance companies from denying or restricting coverage based on the results of genetic tests or even based on whether an applicant or their genetic relatives have undergone or been recommended for genetic testing.
The legislation received support from both major parties and many independent politicians, as well as the Australian life insurance sector. Parliament passed the law on April 1, and it will come into effect in 6 months. Read more.
Bianca Nogrady 