The Language of Medicine

Document Type

Letter to the Editor

Publication Date

10-7-1982

Abstract

To the Editor: Fein raises a number of interesting issues in his recent Sounding Board (April 8 issue).1 His warning about medical ethics based on the cost-versus-benefit theme echoed those of a previous author in the Journal: The original concept of medicine and nursing was not based on any rational or feasible likelihood that they could actually cure and restore but rather on an essentially maternal or religious idea. Gradually, in all civilized countries, medicine has moved away from this position.2 No doubt the rising costs of health care have accelerated that trend. But Alexander pursues the implications. . . © 1982, Massachusetts Medical Society. All rights reserved.

Publication Source (Journal or Book title)

New England Journal of Medicine

First Page

958

Last Page

959

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