Monthly Archives: April 2009

Giving Grief in America

Posted on April 29, 2009 by

Grieving is frowned upon in America.  We are expected to buck up, to smile, and continue on with our day even in our deepest despair.  Grief, in America, is marker for a visible weakness and those in active grieving are … Continue reading →

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Immigrants in Performance

Posted on April 22, 2009 by

Racing from torture and death, the United States has served as an international safe haven for immigrants the world over.

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Dr. Phil and the Risk of Television Doctoring

Posted on April 13, 2009 by

Last week on the Dr. Phil show — something so sad and utterly amazing happened — and Dr. Phil and his parental guests and an “expert” in the audience failed to see, and then act upon, the alarming breakthrough a … Continue reading →

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HIPAA Violations on Medical Dramas and Soap Operas

Posted on April 6, 2009 by

In 1996, Congress passed a law bringing into effect the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, part of which was meant to protect the privacy of patient information. The simple act of calling a patient and leaving a message saying … Continue reading →

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