Tuesday, October 28, 2003

More Redhead Science

Reading a bit about racial profiling in medicine, and it's not what you think. Sally L. Satel, M.D. writes an article- How Political Correctness is Corrupting Medicine. She writes about the importance of knowing her patients' race, because certain medications don't work so well on certain races. She also writes about how difficult it has become for physicians to discuss the issue.
I tell you what, if I ever need general anesthesia again, you bet your ass I want a doctor that pays attention to race! Redheads need significantly more anesthesia than other people. I want anesthesia, and I want to stay asleep. Please do not use a "one dose fits all" politically correct policy. I'm special, damnit! ;)

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