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I had my gallbladder removed. After I got home, the hospital asked me for a donation. Is this ethical?

I had my gallbladder removed. After I got home, the hospital asked me for a donation. Is this ethical?
MarketWatch Wednesday 24 June 2026, 12:15 UTC By Quentin Fottrell 1 min read
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“The letter asked whether I had a favorite caregiver and if I would like to make a contribution in their honor.”

“The letter asked whether I had a favorite caregiver and if I would like to make a contribution in their honor.”
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