And, the onus of responsibility is also on the physicians who accept such
gifts in exchange for professional allegiance.  This is an ethical issue
which transcends all professions, and is the responsibility of each of us
to examine and uphold. It is rather disturbing and downright repulsive,
actually.


"Two weeks ago, one pharmaceutical rep was giving preview tickets
to Harry Potter with a free coupon for a day spa near the theater. Drop of
the children and go to the spa and be sure to write scripts for their drug.
I for one am outraged that when I have to purchase a medication that I'm
paying for free lunches and tickets to ball games and such.."


Kathleen B. Bruce, BSN, IBCLC co-owner Lactnet, Indep. Consultant
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