Medical Attention In Schools Pros And Cons

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This debate is a very touchy subject. We have our first Amendment to the Constitution of the United States which talks about the separation of church and state. I think it is unethical for the state to make a parent seek medical attention again their religious beliefs. This goes against our first Amendment however you have to look at each case separately. The parent must be competent in making the decision to seek or not to seek medical attention and the state needs to stay out. I don’t believe the state or the medical field has a leg to stand on. We are a country that allows its people to practice any religion.

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