The experience of applying preventive biotechnologies as part of caring for family members (on the basis on the empirical study results)

Abstract

New preventive genetic and cellular technologies are empowering people within the framework of self-preserving behavior and caring for family members. The purpose of this article is to describe the experience of using preventive biotechnologies, the motives and factors for doing so, and the fears associated with these technologies. The empirical is a series of free interviews with people having taken a predictive genetic test for themselves or their children, or who have turned to cord blood preservation technology. The respondents ranged in age from 25 to 56. It was shown that the main motivations for turning to new technologies are: early concern for one’s own health or the health of a child/grandchild or granddaughter; active longevity; family planning; and curiosity. He common factors in the decision of turning to the indicated technologies include: trust in medical knowledge; concern for the future; and cost of the service. Separate attention in the study was paid to the willingness to apply the results of genetic testing in practice. It was found that the majority of the respondents are interested in purely cognitive prevention. The study showed that users of new biotechnologies are characterized by an active, responsible approach to preventing and predicting health risks for themselves and their beloved ones. The data obtained in the article can be useful for modern biomedicine and society as a whole for expanding the awareness of new medical options.