During the coronavirus pandemic, it has come to light that do not resuscitate orders (DNROs) have been applied in a blanket manner to vulnerable and elderly patients. These have been implemented without discussion or consultation with the patient or their families. Whilst decisions for DNROs are often made in the patient’s best interest, practice isContinue reading “Do Not Resuscitate Orders: A New System of Consent?”
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COVID-19 Vaccine: Safety vs Autonomy
The COVID-19 pandemic is responsible for the deaths of thousands of people and there is currently no effective cure or vaccine. There has been a £25m research response to the pandemic, which is funding approximately 27 research projects with the aim to develop an effective vaccine or treatment, as well as improve the understanding ofContinue reading “COVID-19 Vaccine: Safety vs Autonomy”
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