SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (AP) -- A pregnant woman who allegedly ignored medical warnings to have a Caesarean section to save her twins was charged Thursday with murder after one of the babies was stillborn. Prosecutors said Melissa Ann Rowland, 28, didn't want the scars that accompany the surgery.

This should serve as a lesson to those that ignore medical advice. I have had many antenatal mothers that refuse intervention at the baby's peril. Most are influenced by their ignorant fathers as well. There has to be a law in Malaysia that allows doctors to intervene against the wishes of the parents. Even religion may sometimes have to take a back seat when it comes to saving a life. I am sure there are many doctors out there with experiences with stubborn parents, even some blogs have elaborated on ridiculous beliefs and superstitions.