QUESTION: My mother has been prescribed meds which seem to be doing a lot of damage to her: osteoporosis, a broken hip, cataracts, swollen legs, etc. The drug is Prednisone, and the doctor has her on it for 3 years. Her health has declined and she is almost housebound. ANSWER: Doctors, dentists, and other medical professionals, although they may use a drug or medical device that causes injury, are not in the business of selling or dispensing products. The “essence” of their activity is the provision of services. Therefore, medical.

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