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Catholic Hospitals Should Improve Public Notification of Treatments They Conscientiously Refuse to Provide.

Authors :
Elward, Kurtis S.
Source :
Annals of Internal Medicine. Mar2024, Vol. 177 Issue 3, p404-404. 4p.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

The article discusses the need for Catholic hospitals to improve public notification of treatments they conscientiously refuse to provide. The authors argue that patients should have proper information about the religious affiliations of healthcare facilities. However, the article points out that the data used to support this claim may be misrepresented. It suggests that patients are more concerned about the overall quality of care rather than religious affiliation. The article also highlights the importance of context and clinical circumstances when considering specific examples. It concludes by suggesting that transparency should be required for all healthcare providers, not just Catholic hospitals. [Extracted from the article]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00034819
Volume :
177
Issue :
3
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Annals of Internal Medicine
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
176099014
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.7326/L23-0495