The ethical principle of autonomy states that patients are entitled to make decisions about their own medical care when able. The American Medical Association’s Code of Medical Ethics recognizes a ...

Opinion: Vaccine policy it is not a matter of autonomy at all, because infants do not decline vaccination — their parents do.

Embryos, Autonomy and the Evolving Landscape of Reproductive Rights This piece explores how advances in assisted reproductive technology are reshaping family law, compelling courts to balance personal ...

On June 24, 2022, the U.S. Supreme Court overruled Roe v. Wade, the landmark 1973 decision that established the nationwide right to choose an abortion. For decades, rancorous debate about the ruling ...

Since the issuance of the Dobbs decision, there’s been significant discussion by lawyers, philosophers, healthcare providers and political leaders. The ruling has created uncertainty and confusion for ...