This book addresses the law and ethics concerning a pregnant woman's refusal of medical treatment needed by the fetus she carries. In England and some U.S. stat

“A broad-ranging, insightful analysis of the complex practical and ethical issues involved in global health.”—Kirkus Reviews Few topics in human rights ha

The Ninth Edition of this book continues to provide students with a strong foundation in health care law and an overview of practical ways to improve the qualit

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