Why physicians? Reflections on the Netherlands' new euthanasia law. (perspective).

From: The Hastings Center Report | Date: January 1, 2002| Author: Welie, Jos V.M. | Copyright information

Finally, euthanasia is legal in The Netherlands. The bill that was passed by the Lower House of Parliament on 28 November 2000, and confirmed by the Upper House on 10 April 2001, becomes a matter of law in February 2002. (1) Advocates and opponents of legalized euthanasia will debate the merits and dangers of the new law. I am an opponent, and am increasingly anxious about the developments in my native country. Nevertheless, I am somewhat relieved that there is finally clarity. What...

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