***WARNING*** This weeks episode is a heavy topic that discusses death, assisted suicide, and can be viewed as morally challenging. Please listen with care. If someone you know, or even yourself, are struggling with depression and thoughts of suicide there is help out there. Call or text 988 for help. You are loved and wanted.
In this thought-provoking episode, we dive into the controversial and complex topic of physician-assisted suicide (PAS) and euthanasia—exploring the ethical, legal, and medical implications surrounding end-of-life choices. We discuss patient autonomy, legal frameworks, and moral dilemmas when it comes to the right to die. We unpack the evolving landscape of right-to-die across different states and countries.
Join us as we tackle misconceptions, personal stories, and ethical grey areas that continue to fuel the debate. Whether you’re a healthcare professional, an advocate, or just curious about this sensitive issue, this episode provides an informed and balanced discussion on one of the most controversial topics in modern medicine.
Resources:
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/182951#history
https://absn.northeastern.edu/blog/the-history-of-the-hippocratic-oath/
https://www.cbsnews.com/pictures/look-back-in-history-terri-schiavo-death/24/
https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/girl-declared-brain-dead-5-years-ago-dies-california-n887716
https://people.com/celebrity/inside-terminally-ill-womans-final-party-before-ending-her-life/
https://deathwithdignity.org/resources/faqs/
https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/society/foreigners-fret-over-stricter-swiss-rules-on-assisted-suicide/47772774
https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/society/membership-in-swiss-assisted-suicide-organisations-reaches-record-high/48358502
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