Ethanasia

Euthanasia is the practice of medically-assisted death. It is illegal in most countries.
It is a controversial subject, not only because there are many different moral dilemmas associated with it, but also in what constitutes its definition. At the extreme ends of disagreement, advocates say euthanasia, also known as physician aid in dying, or physician assisted suicide, is a merciful method of death. At the other end are opponents of euthanasia, who may consider this method as a form of murder.

The term euthanasia comes from the Greek words "eu” and “thanatos” which combined means “well death” or "dying well".

Pain and suffering are part of being human. It is what makes us strong.

There are 2 types of euthanasia:

• Active Euthanasia- occurs when the medical professionals, or another person, deliberately do something that causes the patient to die.

Doctors are urging health regulators to consider allowing the "active euthanasia" of severely disabled newborn babies. "active euthanasia" should be considered for the overall benefit of families who would otherwise suffer years of emotional and financial suffering.

• Passive Euthanasia - occurs when the patient dies because the medical professionals either don't do something necessary to keep the patient alive, or when they stop doing something that is keeping the patient alive.