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Abuse/Prostitution

Viewpoint
Jan 2017

Decreasing Human Trafficking through Sex Work Decriminalization
Erin Albright, JD and Kate D'Adamo, MA
Decriminalization of the sex trade speaks to medical ethics by reducing sex workers’ vulnerability to violence, exploitation, stigma, and trafficking.
AMA J Ethics. 2017;19(1):122-126. doi: 10.1001/journalofethics.2017.19.1.sect2-1701.
Viewpoint
Jan 2017

Should US Physicians Support the Decriminalization of Commercial Sex?
Emily F. Rothman, ScD
The Nordic model policy option for addressing commercial sex—which exempts sellers from criminal penalties—offers several potential advantages.
AMA J Ethics. 2017;19(1):110-121. doi: 10.1001/journalofethics.2017.19.1.sect1-1701.
Health Law
Feb 2009

When Patient-Physician Confidentiality Conflicts with the Law
Kristin E. Schleiter, JD

Virtual Mentor. 2009;11(2):146-148. doi: 10.1001/virtualmentor.2009.11.2.hlaw1-0902.