Big Medicine vs. Patient´s Rights

Big Medicine vs. Patient´s Rights

If you or a family member became ill or fell unconscious and needed medical care, who should decide whether and what type of treatment you receive?     A. The patient, including his wishes expressed through a medical directive. B. The family of the patient,...

Stop Senate Bill 303

Friend — I'm Terri Schiavo's brother, Bobby Schindler. I just wrote to members of the Texas House, warning them about the danger of SB 303, that allows hospitals to terminate the care of patients despite the wishes of the families or even the patient. If...

Hostile Orders

There is a bill (SB 303) winding its way through the Texas legislature that upends the traditionally understood role of advance directives and medical powers of attorney. Specifically, the bill allows doctors to issue do not resuscitate orders (DNRs) that are contrary...

The Void of Reason

It’s official.  Having read President Obama’s comments to the Planned Parenthood gala, I now know Leon Kass’ “wisdom of repugnance.”   If you missed it, the President gave a twelve minute speech at the abortion giant’s...