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Sunday, March 15, 2026

Mentally competent patients typically have the right to choose their medical care -- or refuse it. But there is one notable exception: pregnant patients. That inconsistency is particularly striking in Florida, a state that has pushed to expand medical freedom for those who wish to avoid vaccines or fluoridated water, while constricting the rights of people in various stages of pregnancy.

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Mentally competent patients typically have the right to choose their medical care -- or refuse it. But there is one notable exception: pregnant patients. That inconsistency is particularly striking in Florida. Read this story by @amyyurkanin.bsky.social

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-- Charles Ornstein (@charlesornstein.bsky.social) Mar 14, 2026 at 9:50 AM

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