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www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Medicine

Opinion | Doctors, Not Judges, Should Decide When to Treat Patients Without Their Consent

Treating patients with untreated schizophrenia involuntarily might be necessary to ensure their well-being even if it requires court orders. [ more ]
www.bostonherald.com
4 months ago
Health

The powerful constraints on medical care in Catholic hospitals across America

Catholic hospitals follow strict ethical guidelines, leading to conflicts with medical standards.
Physicians advocate for respecting patient wishes when it comes to terminating pregnancies even if it goes against hospital directives. [ more ]
New York Post
4 months ago
Public health

Proof that nixing vax dissent backfired

Patients should engage in risk/benefit analysis for vaccines.
Open discussion of vaccine side effects is crucial. [ more ]
BuzzFeed
3 weeks ago
Books

28 Straight-Up Creepy Incidents At Work That Left People Genuinely Rattled

The story highlights the importance of ensuring patient autonomy and listening to their wishes, especially in situations where they are unable to communicate verbally. [ more ]
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