Goldberg Concludes That While the Conflicts of Interest and Model

question 66

Essay

Goldberg concludes that while the conflicts of interest and model of health-care delivery in the NFL can be seen as a microcosm of those in US health care and biomedical research in general, these arrangements should not therefore be considered permissible. What does he mean by this? Do you agree? Why or why not?

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Definitions:

Sensitization

An increased response to a stimulus after repeated exposure, often leading to heightened sensitivity.

Chemical Synapses

Sites where neurons communicate with each other or with effector organs through chemical messengers.

Electrical Synapses

Specialized junctions between cells that allow for the direct passage of ions and electrical signals, facilitating rapid communication.

Amine Neurotransmitters

Amine neurotransmitters are chemical messengers derived from amino acids that transmit nerve impulses across synapses, including serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine.