I’m not posting a link to this essay because I necessarily agree with it all (I don’t), but it certainly provides food for hopefully productive thought. Mason Marks, M.D., J.D., writes: Following the Cambridge Analytica scandal, it was reported that Facebook planned to partner with medical organizations to obtain health [Read More…]
The Star reports: Penang Deputy Chief Minister II Dr P. Ramasamy has condemned the person who took a photo of him while in hospital, saying that it had violated his privacy. “I have reported the matter to the Island Hospital Penang authorities, and I think they are checking who took [Read More…]
Lauren Pack reports: Judge Donald Oda II issued a split decision concerning medical records for Brooke Skylar Richardson, meaning both the state and the defense may appeal the ruling. Charles H. Rittgers said the defense team will appeal after the judge ruled physician-patient privilege did not apply to conversations between [Read More…]
JoAnne Sweeny writes: Indiana passed a new abortion law last week that has made the news. Senate Bill 340 requires that doctors gather data about women who come to see them about “abortion complications,” ostensibly to improve patient health and safety. Sounds good in theory but the law is so broadly drawn [Read More…]