Abstract
Death-Whose Decision? Physician-Assisted Dying and the Terminally ill
Fraser S I~~Walters J W~~~
This article comments on some legal & ethical ramifications of legalizing physician-assisted suicide in America. Euthanasia laws in Australia’s Northern Territory are compared to Oregon’s Death with Dignity Act. The relationship between palliative care & euthanasia is analyzed. Issues of autonomy, liberty, justice & best interest are discussed in relation to active euthanasia. (17 refs) (SC)