Just when you think a thread can't get any better...an NIH ethicist visits our forum!
 

Breaking news about our thread, "Do we have an obligation to participate in biomedical research?"

The authors of the JAMA article that inspired that thread were invited to read and respond, and, much to my surprise, one has! And what a great response it is.

G. Owen Schaefer is a bioethicist, philosopher and author employed by the Clinical Center Department of Bioethics at the National Institutes of Health. He kindly took the time to review and comment on our thread.

To read his complete, free and instantly accessible words, see post #33 of the thread. No subscription needed. No download fees. No getting caught sneaking into the medical library without a valid ID!

If you have yet to contribute your thoughts, or if you have more to say, join the discussion on the thread entitled, "Do we have an obligation to participate in biomedical research?"

Rose

Way to go Rose!

girija:)

Thank you Rose for taking the initiative on this. Amazing reply -- and so quickly! It's good to know someone is hearing us. and willing to communicate.
linda