Abortion

Down syndrome is the most common chromosomal disorder, affecting approximately 1 in every 700 births. A systematic review on published literature in the US has estimated that termination rates range from 67% to 85% among the overall population of individuals with a positive prenatal diagnosis of Down syndrome.Mar 21, 2023 It is reasonable to assume that in the future more abortions will be used to prevent what some will considered unwanted characteristics. It doesn't take much imagination to go down a list as you go down the slippery slope. As science is able to predict other traits people will get more particular. Beginning with many other medical problems and proceeding to the wrong gender and on an on finally reaching what are called designer babies. Picking the right physical, mental and emotional traits will become common place. Is there an ethical problem with having a world full of healthy people who all look like Hollywood movie stars. Breeding animals and plants is already a long way down this road.