In the United States and nations worldwide, doctors and physicians are participating in contro-versial practices such as euthanasia. According to the Hippocratic Oath, a pledge in which a phy-sician swears upon, says, “I will give no deadly medicine to any one if asked, nor suggest any such counsel.” However, nations such as the Netherlands, Japan, Germany, and Belgium practice euthanasia on a routine basis. In the United States, not all states support this movement. Yet, states such as Vermont, New Mexico, Oregon, Washington, Montana, and California have legal-ized euthanasia (Vasil). Arguments both in favor and against euthanasia are thoroughly exam-ined. Likewise, the history of euthanasia, court cases, pros and cons, and statistics will
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Likewise, there are pros and cons to euthanasia that will be discussed. First, individuals that believe in euthanasia argue that it provides a relief of extreme pain. Without a doubt, this point is inarguable. A person that is going through tough times physically and emotionally will painlessly be put to death; therefore ending the pain and suffering. Similarly, supporters argue that it provides a way of relief when-ever quality of life is low. In addition, supporters claim that it is a way to free up medical funds that help other people and is the patient’s right as a freedom of choice …show more content…
In March of 2000, a Zogby poll demonstrated that 30.4% of Americans would prefer physician assisted suicide to natural death (“Poll Shows…”). This statistic is significant for a couple of reasons. First, it shows that only 3 in 10 Americans support this type of medical prac-tice. Therefore, even though physician assisted suicide may be an option given to patients, less than a third are going to consider participating in it. In April 2015, an updated version of the Marist poll demonstrated that only 39% of individuals support the idea of physician-assisted sui-cide. Therefore, within fifteen years, the support has increased by very little. The Marist poll also revealed a few other shocking statistics. First, 57% of Americans say that they would be less like-ly to trust a doctor that engages in euthanasia. Some concerns that the polled individuals showed include fewer life-saving options, elderly will be at risk in nursing homes, and the depressed will be more likely to take their lives (Walther). No matter the year, there will always be some form of concern that involves euthanasia and physician assisted suicide. Without a doubt, there will be patients that feel that euthanasia is right for
Likewise, there are pros and cons to euthanasia that will be discussed. First, individuals that believe in euthanasia argue that it provides a relief of extreme pain. Without a doubt, this point is inarguable. A person that is going through tough times physically and emotionally will painlessly be put to death; therefore ending the pain and suffering. Similarly, supporters argue that it provides a way of relief when-ever quality of life is low. In addition, supporters claim that it is a way to free up medical funds that help other people and is the patient’s right as a freedom of choice …show more content…
In March of 2000, a Zogby poll demonstrated that 30.4% of Americans would prefer physician assisted suicide to natural death (“Poll Shows…”). This statistic is significant for a couple of reasons. First, it shows that only 3 in 10 Americans support this type of medical prac-tice. Therefore, even though physician assisted suicide may be an option given to patients, less than a third are going to consider participating in it. In April 2015, an updated version of the Marist poll demonstrated that only 39% of individuals support the idea of physician-assisted sui-cide. Therefore, within fifteen years, the support has increased by very little. The Marist poll also revealed a few other shocking statistics. First, 57% of Americans say that they would be less like-ly to trust a doctor that engages in euthanasia. Some concerns that the polled individuals showed include fewer life-saving options, elderly will be at risk in nursing homes, and the depressed will be more likely to take their lives (Walther). No matter the year, there will always be some form of concern that involves euthanasia and physician assisted suicide. Without a doubt, there will be patients that feel that euthanasia is right for