by Texas Right to Life | May 10, 2013 | Bioethics, News
This is an email sent by the Association of American Physicians and Surgeons. The hospital industry continues to push hard for SB 303, passed last month by the Texas Senate and now under consideration in the Texas House. House Public Health Chairwoman Lois...
by Texas Right to Life | May 10, 2013 | Bioethics, News
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 Texas...
by Texas Right to Life | May 8, 2013 | Bioethics, News
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,...
by Texas Right to Life | May 2, 2013 | Bioethics, News
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...
by Texas Right to Life | Apr 30, 2013 | Abortion, Bioethics, News
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...
