Medical Hot Topics
Discussion of controversial subjects, along with information and ideas on dealing with them.
Who Decides There's No Hope?: Euthanasia and Disabilities
The much-debated case of Terri Schindler Schiavo is at heart a disability rights issue. Do the cognitively impaired have rights? Can those rights be waived? Who decides when a life no longer has value? Parents of children with special needs, as caretakers of the helpless and voiceless, need to make sure their children's rights are being respected. Here's a look at the issues involved.
The much-debated case of Terri Schindler Schiavo is at heart a disability rights issue. Do the cognitively impaired have rights? Can those rights be waived? Who decides when a life no longer has value? Parents of children with special needs, as caretakers of the helpless and voiceless, need to make sure their children's rights are being respected. Here's a look at the issues involved.
Is "Million Dollar Baby" Dangerous?
A look at the controversy surrounding the film, which some have accused of promoting euthanasia and unfairly depicting life with disabilities.
A look at the controversy surrounding the film, which some have accused of promoting euthanasia and unfairly depicting life with disabilities.
Before You Vaccinate Your Child
The debate rages over whether vaccines are safe and necessary for anyone, but even those who argue in favor of vaccinations admit that there are situations in which they should be withheld or given with caution. Is your child's disease or disorder on the list?
The debate rages over whether vaccines are safe and necessary for anyone, but even those who argue in favor of vaccinations admit that there are situations in which they should be withheld or given with caution. Is your child's disease or disorder on the list?
Should Head Lice Keep Kids Out of School?
No Nits policies aim to keep lice infestations under control, but can keep kids out of school, and parents out of work, for extended periods. This is a particular concern for kids in special education, who may miss out on needed services and therapies, suffer for lack of routine, and have a hard time tolerating head lice treatments. Is No Nits necessary, or no good?
No Nits policies aim to keep lice infestations under control, but can keep kids out of school, and parents out of work, for extended periods. This is a particular concern for kids in special education, who may miss out on needed services and therapies, suffer for lack of routine, and have a hard time tolerating head lice treatments. Is No Nits necessary, or no good?