Tag Archives: palliative care

End of Life Care in Quebec: It’s a New Dawn

Jocelyn Downie clarifies the final draft of Bill 52 as Quebec legislators prepare to vote.

The Ethical Bases of Medical Aid in Dying

Jean Mercier, Wayne Sumner, and Daniel Weinstock insist that the principles of respect for autonomy and compassion for our fellow citizens support physician-assisted dying.

Ongoing Concerns with the B.C. Court of Appeal Decision on Assisted Dying

Nuala Kenny argues against the medicalization of suffering and death and enjoins us to reflect on the issues at stake in providing care for the dying.