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- Is thought to provide death with dignity.
- May be considered a viable choice when quality of life is diminished.
- Allows patient to determine when to end the pain associated with chronic illness.
- May reduce overall health care cost for patient's heirs at end of life.
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Con
- An interest in physician-assisted euthanasia may be based in depression. This leaves the question of acceptable use in doubt.
- The negative psychological effects it leaves on loved ones can be devastating.
- Violates the fundamental teachings of several faith perspectives.
- Denies the use of new therapies or even discovery of potential cures.
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