Euthanasia
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What is euthanasia?
The painless ending of the life of someone with a terminal illness
What is voluntary euthanasia?
When the patient asks for their life to be ended
What is non-voluntary euthanasia?
When the patient cannot ask, such as being in a coma
What is active euthanasia?
Directly causing someone’s death
Is active euthanasia legal in the UK?
No
What is passive euthanasia?
Allowing someone to die by withdrawing treatment
Is passive euthanasia legal in the UK?
Yes
Why is the Catholic Church against euthanasia?
Because they believe only God can give and take life
Why do some Christians support euthanasia?
They may see it as an act of mercy when quality of life is very poor