Legalisation of euthanasia or physician-assisted suicide: survey of doctors’ attitudes
@article{Seale2009LegalisationOE, title={Legalisation of euthanasia or physician-assisted suicide: survey of doctors’ attitudes}, author={C. Seale}, journal={Palliative Medicine}, year={2009}, volume={23}, pages={205 - 212} }
This study reports UK doctors’ opinions about legalisation of medically assisted dying (euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide), comparing this with the UK general public. A postal survey of 3733 UK medical practitioners was done. The majority of UK doctors are opposed to legalisation, contrasting with the UK general public. Palliative medicine specialists are particularly opposed. A strong religious belief is independently associated with opposition to assisted dying. Frequency of treating… CONTINUE READING
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