Thirty states have exceptions to child-neglect laws that provide shelter from misdemeanor violations for parents who treat their children through prayer in accord with the beliefs of a recognized religion.
Community-based participatory research ensures that community protections, risks, and benefits are considered during ethical reviews of research protocols.
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