Circumcision

Circumcision, once a common practice amongst the majority of the American population, is being compared to breast augmentation.

Once perceived as a necessary surgery for boys in the first stage of life based on religious and hygenic reasons, circumcision is now considered by some to be as an optional procedure much like breast augmentation. Many parents across the US no longer believe that religion can justify its "barbarian" nature. Medical professionals also believe that there is insufficient evidence to support the routine practice of circumcision, despite claims that it prevents urinary tract infections and STDs.

The whole practice is slowly proving to be passe, evident by a steady decrease since the 1950s (when about 90% was still doing it!). Plus, many insurance companies no longer offer insurance coverage for the procedure, making it more like an unnecessary expense for some.

news source: The Legder