| Euthanasia policy and practice in Belgium: critical observations and suggestions for improvement. | |
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PMID: 19445265 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
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The essay opens with some background information about the context of euthanasia in Belgium. It proceeds by discussing the Belgian law on euthanasia and concerns about the law, its interpretations and implementation. Finally, the major developments and controversies since the law came into effect are discussed. Suggestions as to how to improve the Belgian law and circumscribe the practice of euthanasia are made, urging Belgian legislators and the medical establishment to reflect and study so as to prevent potential abuse of vulnerable patients. |
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Authors:
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Raphael Cohen-Almagor |
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Type: Journal Article |
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Title: Issues in law & medicine Volume: 24 ISSN: 8756-8160 ISO Abbreviation: Issues Law Med Publication Date: 2009 |
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Created Date: 2009-05-18 Completed Date: 2009-06-18 Revised Date: - |
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Nlm Unique ID: 8511295 Medline TA: Issues Law Med Country: United States |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 187-218 Citation Subset: IM |
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University of Hull. |
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Belgium Euthanasia / legislation & jurisprudence* Health Policy* Humans |
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