Nothing to Sneeze At?

• Author: Cohen, Randy
• Position: Ethical Dilemma - Brief article

I was at the theater when I started sneezing repeatedly from a new cold. The person next to me sneered that I was going to get her sick. I felt guilty for venturing out and potentially infecting others. Do I have a moral obligation to stay home when I'm sick?--Jane L., Smithtown, New York

ANSWER I'm with your neighbor, although without the sneers. Your sneezes risked the health of others and diminished their enjoyment, either of which Is sufficient reason to stay home, get a lot of rest, and drink...