Imagine waking up from surgery only to realize you’ve been subjected to a pelvic or rectal exam you didn’t need or consent to. This disturbing practice has been the reality for many patients. For decades, many medical students have been practicing how to conduct these exams on unconscious people without their consent, and in 25 states, there are no laws against this. This was the case in Connecticut — until a coalition of legislators, activists, and organizations took action. Here’s how advocate
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Imagine waking up from surgery only to realize you’ve been subjected to a pelvic or rectal exam you didn’t need or consent to. This disturbing practice has been the reality for many patients. For decades, many medical students have been practicing how to conduct these exams on unconscious people without their consent, and in 25 states, there are no laws against this. This was the case in Connecticut — until a coalition of legislators, activists, and organizations took action. Here’s how advocate
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