Several studies have found disparities in the outcome of medical procedures across different hospitals -- better outcomes have been associated with higher procedure volume. An Institute of Medicine ...

Obtaining valid consent is a fundamental part of providing quality care and a key ethical and legal requirement in medicine. Issues around consent can, however, trip up even the most experienced ...

BOISE — The Idaho House on Wednesday voted on party lines to pass a bill that would require medical providers get parental consent before giving nearly any treatment to minors under 18. The bill also ...

Connecticut has taken temporary custody over a teenager in order to force her into chemotherapy treatment. She and her mother have requested from the courts that she be able to determine if she ...

Florida legislation proposes parental consent for minors seeking birth control or STI treatment, contradicting national medical guidance. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists ...