by Monty Self | Nov 15, 2022 | Opinion
A 40-year study on syphilis was officially concluded 50 years ago this month. On Nov. 16, 1972, Assistant Secretary for Health Merlin K. Duval instructed the Director of the Center for Disease Control to terminate the “Tuskegee Study.” The study began in the...
by Monty Self | Oct 20, 2022 | Opinion
Nearly seven million women of childbearing age have low or no access to basic obstetric services in their county of residence, according to the March of Dimes “Maternity Care Deserts Across the U.S.” biannual report. The long-term decline in maternity services...
by Monty Self | Oct 13, 2022 | Opinion
Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney formally apologized for atrocities which were committed at the infamous Holmesburg Prison over 50 years ago. “Without excuse, we formally and officially extend a sincere apology to those who were subjected to this inhumane and horrific...
by Monty Self | Sep 20, 2022 | Opinion
One mantra of modern health care is, “Hand hygiene saves lives.” At hospitals, clinics and schools, it is emphasized continuously. The easiest way to avoid disease transmission is to wash your hands thoroughly and consistently. The practice dates back to 1846 when...
by Monty Self | Sep 13, 2022 | Opinion
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act has come under fire once more. And yet again Judge Reed O’Connor in Texas is at the center of the debate. O’Connor is most known for his 2018 ruling in Texas v Azar where he attempted to invalidate the ACA, even after the...
