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Women and Economic Equality: Access to Birth Control

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Women and Economic Equality: Access to Birth Control

November 22, 2017

"Discrimination against women is an issue spanning years of legislation on topics from research to pregnancy to birth control."

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Kidney Market: We’re Not There Yet

Kidney Market: We’re Not There Yet

November 13, 2017

"[...] a kidney market is a hasty and potentially dangerous decision.

Why We Need a Market for Kidneys

Why We Need a Market for Kidneys

November 13, 2017

"For every day there is a shortage of kidneys, dozens of patients will die."

Is Ignorance Bliss? Benevolent Deception in Medicine

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Is Ignorance Bliss? Benevolent Deception in Medicine

October 23, 2017

"Benevolent deception can lead to strained patient-doctor relationships and undermine the fundamental duty of truthfulness.

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The Ethics of Shadowing: When the Line is Crossed

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The Ethics of Shadowing: When the Line is Crossed

October 19, 2017

"However, it is important to ask-  Are shadowing experiences ethical on the patient’s behalf?"

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Lost in Translation

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Lost in Translation

October 10, 2017

"Now I realize the reality people of my ethnicity and many others face every day.

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When Should Physicians Retire?

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When Should Physicians Retire?

October 9, 2017

"It is no secret that certain abilities decline with age."

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Compatibility Testing and Organ Donation: Morals and Ethics

Compatibility Testing and Organ Donation: Morals and Ethics

October 8, 2017

"When an ethical dilemma presents itself in the healthcare setting, there are ethical codes of conduct to be considered before making a recommendation.

Republicans Introduce the Graham-Cassidy Health Care Bill

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Republicans Introduce the Graham-Cassidy Health Care Bill

October 3, 2017

"The bill is another attempt by Republicans in Congress to repeal the Affordable Care Act."

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Pregnant Women as “Vulnerable Populations”: The Cost and a Possible Solution

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Pregnant Women as “Vulnerable Populations”: The Cost and a Possible Solution

October 2, 2017

"The term 'vulnerable population' is generally saved for those that are not viewed as 'autonomous agents' and/ or their voluntariness is compromised”

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Nursing Home Deaths Highlight the Need for Change in Healthcare Disaster Prevention Plans

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Nursing Home Deaths Highlight the Need for Change in Healthcare Disaster Prevention Plans

September 28, 2017

"Family members and loved ones are mourning their losses and demanding answers from The Rehabilitation Center."

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On Compounding Pharmacies

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On Compounding Pharmacies

September 27, 2017

"Modern-day apothecaries can mix up their own concoctions, creams, and ointments to tailor a drug."

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Trump Administration Refuses to Talk Climate Change After Harvey and Irma

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Trump Administration Refuses to Talk Climate Change After Harvey and Irma

September 13, 2017

"In the wake of Harvey and Irma, the Trump administration will continue to face worries concerning its stance on climate change."

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Trump Declares Opioid Crisis a National Emergency

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Trump Declares Opioid Crisis a National Emergency

September 1, 2017

"A major step taken by the Trump administration to deal with national opioid abuse.

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US Senate Passes ‘Right to Try’ Bill

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US Senate Passes ‘Right to Try’ Bill

August 31, 2017

"The bill would allow terminally ill patients the ability to try experimental drugs."

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Google Creates a Tool to Test for Clinical Depression

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Google Creates a Tool to Test for Clinical Depression

August 30, 2017

"Users will be  linked to a validated self-assessment tool to help them gauge their mental health status.

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Quite by Incident

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Quite by Incident

August 29, 2017

"Ethics and science intersect when humans are involved.

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Depression:  The Struggle to be Normal

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Depression: The Struggle to be Normal

August 28, 2017

"Many want the release death promises to bring but  many want to live “normal” lives."

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Down Syndrome Nearly Eradicated in Iceland

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Down Syndrome Nearly Eradicated in Iceland

August 26, 2017

"Down syndrome has been all but eradicated in the nation’s population."

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Interview: Dr. Ann Kellams Pt. 2

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Interview: Dr. Ann Kellams Pt. 2

August 14, 2017

:Dr. Kellams speaks on vaccinations, patient interactions, and the resources she provides for her patients.

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