In a follow-up that rather proves the point of A "long march through the culture" comes news from Scotland, that nurses should avoid using the terms 'Mom' and 'Dad', 'husband' and 'wife' as they are homophobic and could be offensive to homosexual couples with children.
Instead, they should use the words 'carers' and 'couples', 'partners' and 'next of kin'.
Use of 'Mom' and "Dad' Too "Homophobic", Scottish Nurses Told.
via Pajamas Media
Posted by Jill Fallon at February 17, 2007 9:03 AM | TrackBack | Permalink