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Patients shouldn’t be pressured to ‘just check that box’ on informed consent forms

Informed consent is integral to providing high-quality health care, yet it is too often treated as an obstacle — just a box ...
WFTV

Publix introduces online service to let customers schedule flu shot appointment

ORLANDO, Fla. — Publix announced Monday that it is offering a new online service for customers who would like to get their flu shot. The service allows customers to schedule an appointment for their ...
The Washington Post

Your therapist is on TikTok. Will your therapy session end up there too?

correctionAn earlier version of this article incorrectly stated that Courtney Tracy shared part of her social media consent form. She shared an example of wording in a potential social media consent ...
The Washington Post

Pelvic exam guidelines have changed. Here’s what to expect.

Patients will now need to sign consent forms at hospitals before sensitive procedures such as pelvic, prostate and rectal exams Q: I saw the news about patient consent forms now being required for ...