Medical-Assisted Death Advocacy by Terminally Ill Patients
Deb Robertson, terminally ill, advocates for medical-assisted death as a way to have control over her end of life. The practice is allowed in some states and debated in others. The issue is contentious, with opponents citing moral objections.
Key Points
- Deb Robertson advocates for medical-assisted death to have control over her end of life.
- At least 12 states have bills to legalize physician-assisted death, while some states have bills criminalizing it.
- The issue is contentious, with opponents raising moral objections and concerns about the reasons behind the decision.
- The process involves multiple safeguards to ensure the patient's informed decision.
Pros
- Provides terminally ill patients with more control over their end-of-life experience
- Allows patients to avoid prolonged suffering and pain
Cons
- Opponents argue it may normalize suicide and incentivize premature deaths
- Some religious groups and lawmakers have moral objections to the practice