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informed consent

Informed Consent – Losing Ground in America

Currently, there is a growing trend to introduce legislation that targets teens and uses the slippery change – from informed consent to informed assent – to undermine current protections in our society. Doctors have the responsibility to determine the ability and competence of the child for giving his or her consent or assent.





Halifax chiropractor admits to professional incompetence

A Nova Scotia-based chiropractor has surrendered her license following scrutiny over her views on the effectiveness of vaccines. The Nova Scotia College of Chiropractors’ website says Dena Churchill entered a settlement agreement with the college. Furthermore, she now…