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Euthanasia: a pragmatic view

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  • 1Division of Medical Imaging and Therapy, University of Alabama at Birmingham, USA.

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|December 18, 1998
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Decriminalizing euthanasia, similar to marijuana policy, respects individual autonomy and allows healthcare professionals freedom in patient care. This approach affirms personal choice in end-of-life decisions.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Ethics
  • Public Policy

Background:

  • The euthanasia debate lacks simple solutions.
  • Societal policies should prioritize individual wishes when they do not harm others.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the decriminalization of euthanasia as a policy option.
  • To support the view that euthanasia can affirm individual autonomy.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of the Dutch model for drug decriminalization.
  • Examination of ethical arguments for and against euthanasia.
  • Consideration of healthcare worker autonomy.

Main Results:

  • Decriminalization, not legalization, is proposed as a model for euthanasia.
  • The Dutch drug policy is presented as a comparable example.
Keywords:
Death and Euthanasia

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  • Euthanasia can be viewed as beneficial by affirming individual autonomy.

    • Conclusions:

    • Policies should respect individual autonomy in end-of-life decisions.
    • Healthcare professionals should have freedom from prosecution in facilitating patient choices.
    • Compassionate care requires considering all arguments on euthanasia.