Analysis of the medical coverage of Sharon’s stroke. “This medical mud-slinging has drawn a lot of criticism against the irresponsible press for dealing in things in which they have no expertise – and against doctors rushing to pass judgment without knowing the exact facts.
Such criticism is totally detached from reality. The prime minister had a right to privacy, like any other citizen, but he gave that right up two weeks ago when he allowed his doctors to brief reporters on his medical situation. From that moment on, Sharon’s blood pressure and cholesterol levels and anything else beneath his bonnet became fair game for the media.”
