On the WSAU Wisconsin Morning News today, we spoke about the Vaccine Choice and Anti-Discrimination Act that was proposed by common sense Republicans in Ohio’s State Legislature. The hearing brought nearly 700 Ohioans to submit testimony in support of the bill. The bill aims to protect Ohioans from vaccine mandates, passports and discrimination in the public and private sectors. There was so much support, the house added a second hearing to allow for additional testimony.
Infectious disease expert Dr. Sunil Bhat was among those who testified at the hearing:
“As a practicing infectious disease physician, I recognize the importance of shared decision making between clinicians and their patients. Indeed, the American Medical Association’s list of patients’ rights codifies the importance of self-determination. Section B of Sub. H.B. 248 merely restates what we all know to be true: Patients make the best choices for their health when they are informed and empowered, as opposed to coerced…
I have worked to build relationships with my patients, some of whom come from sectors of society which do not have high levels of trust with the medical profession. I would be loath to see any of their private medical decisions made public, or see them discriminated against for having chosen a path of care that was best for them. I believe that this bill is timely in that it will send a message that we do believe in the fundamental right to autonomy.”
The hypocrites on the left always claim ‘my body, my choice.’ Why not at least be consistent?
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