Luc Aston, a resident, tests positive for tuberculosis. Commentary discusses his ethical responsibility to get treatment. Parveen Parmar, MD, writes that Luc has the privilege of being a physician only so long as he protects the health of his patients.

Teaching about tobacco cessation interventions should be integrated into the medical school curriculum.

The government is justified in using eminent domain to purchase patents in order to produce large amounts of medication during a public health crisis.

Health care professionals have a responsibility to educate patients about public screening programs and ensure that subsequent follow-up is done after the screening is completed.

A growing number of states is enacting laws to protect the right of health care workers to conscientiously object to perform certain services that are morally opposed to.

A physician and attorney examine the ethical issues surrounding an employer who required employees to quit smoking and penalized those who do not.

Two legal experts argue that in order for physicians to exercise their right to conscientious objection, they should explain why they are refusing to treat a patient and then refer the patient to another professional for medical treatment.

Parents' ability to make medical decisions for their children can be limited by state law if it is determined that the child's best interest is not being met.

A journal author defends his research methodology on quality-adjusted life years, arguing that the measurement is imprecise but necessary in order to determine the impact of clinical interventions and cost-effectiveness of new health care technologies.

Physicians should work closely with patients who are transitioning from childhood to adulthood to develop a management plan for their diabetes.